Weather & Climate in Lakeport, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lakeport experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches. The area receives 35.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 724/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1069°N, 82.4934°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Sanilac County County |
| Nearest Airport | St Clair County International (PHN) 14 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 70.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 72.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 68.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.4.
| Apr 20, 2018 | Michigan | M3.4 | 118 km | 3 km |
| Feb 23, 2011 | 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada | M3.0 | 106 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2017 | 18 km ENE of Leamington, Canada | M2.6 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Sep 7, 2012 | 17 km ESE of Stony Point, Michigan | M2.5 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan | M2.5 | 115 km | 18 km |
| May 23, 2022 | 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada | M2.5 | 23 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2013 | 31 km E of Leamington, Canada | M2.5 | 123 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
155 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 22 fatalities, 627 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF4 | 100 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| May 8, 1964 | EF4 | 56 km | 3.3 mi | 11 |
| May 12, 1956 | EF4 | 97 km | 6.6 mi | 3 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF4 | 56 km | 33.8 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1953 | EF4 | 23 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF3 | 92 km | 1.7 mi | 1 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF3 | 100 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 1984 | EF3 | 26 km | 15.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 1984 | EF3 | 99 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 82 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF3 | 60 km | 17.1 mi | 1 |
| Jul 14, 1974 | EF3 | 86 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 20, 1957 | EF3 | 93 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | EF2 | 98 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2013 | EF2 | 91 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 2012 | EF2 | 76 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF2 | 100 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1996 | EF2 | 23 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Oct 4, 1990 | EF2 | 96 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 1986 | EF2 | 100 km | 7.7 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 | - | 8 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in |
Lakeport has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.1").