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Weather & Climate in Kingston, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kingston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. The area receives 41.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 808 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 808 ft (246 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 390/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4128°N, 83.1863°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Tuscola County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bishop International (FNT) 39 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 73.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 59.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 80.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Sep 2, 1994 | 5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan | M3.5 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Apr 20, 2018 | Michigan | M3.4 | 145 km | 3 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan | M2.5 | 139 km | 18 km |
| May 23, 2022 | 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada | M2.5 | 83 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
245 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 136 fatalities, 1,330 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF5 | 64 km | 18.9 mi | 116 |
| May 8, 1964 | EF4 | 88 km | 3.3 mi | 11 |
| May 12, 1956 | EF4 | 61 km | 6.6 mi | 3 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF4 | 29 km | 33.8 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1953 | EF4 | 73 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF3 | 51 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF3 | 44 km | 1.7 mi | 1 |
| Jun 21, 1996 | EF3 | 47 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 1984 | EF3 | 41 km | 15.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 1984 | EF3 | 62 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1984 | EF3 | 63 km | 48.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF3 | 81 km | 17.1 mi | 1 |
| Jul 14, 1974 | EF3 | 50 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | EF2 | 67 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 2021 | EF2 | 68 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 2015 | EF2 | 48 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2013 | EF2 | 66 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2013 | EF2 | 79 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 2012 | EF2 | 38 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2001 | EF2 | 99 km | 10.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1952 | LAKE HURON, MI | Avalanche | 1.5 m | - | 73 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 38°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in |
Kingston has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 22°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.1").