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Weather & Climate in L'Anse, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
L'Anse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. The area receives 207.8 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 710 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 39.3°F |
| 27% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 710 ft (216 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 734/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.7529°N, 88.4481°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Baraga County County |
| Nearest Airport | Marquette/Sawyer Regional (MQT) 59 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 10.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 77.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 68.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | No Rating |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.5.
| Jan 7, 2024 | 3 km NE of Mole Lake, Wisconsin | M2.5 | 144 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
29 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 2 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 14, 1981 | EF2 | 78 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 22, 1968 | EF2 | 11 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2020 | EF1 | 89 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2020 | EF1 | 83 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2016 | EF1 | 43 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2016 | EF1 | 59 km | 3.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2012 | EF1 | 32 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2005 | EF1 | 91 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 2000 | EF1 | 85 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 1995 | EF1 | 90 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1994 | EF1 | 98 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1978 | EF1 | 81 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 1973 | EF1 | 54 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1958 | EF1 | 78 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1957 | EF1 | 93 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1953 | EF1 | 89 km | 10.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 2014 | EF0 | 48 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 2011 | EF0 | 67 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 2011 | EF0 | 64 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2010 | EF0 | 73 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
8 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MARQUETTE9 (4,224 acres, 1999).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1999 | MARQUETTE9 | 4,224 | 46 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE11 | 3,983 | 98 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE13 | 2,491 | 99 km |
| 2007 | BARAGA BUMP | 1,047 | 23 km |
| 2009 | FALLS | 820 | 65 km |
| 2009 | PINERY | 695 | 5 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE10 | 671 | 64 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE9 | 521 | 51 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.2 in |
L'Anse has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 13°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.5").