Weather & Climate in Millington, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Millington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. The area receives 48.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 846/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2728°N, 83.5238°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Tuscola County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bishop International (FNT) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 90.9% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
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 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Apr 20, 2018 | Michigan | M3.4 | 135 km | 3 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan | M2.5 | 129 km | 18 km |
| May 23, 2022 | 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada | M2.5 | 97 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
329 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 146 fatalities, 1,561 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF5 | 33 km | 18.9 mi | 116 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF4 | 84 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| May 8, 1964 | EF4 | 88 km | 3.3 mi | 11 |
| Jul 4, 1957 | EF4 | 85 km | 29.9 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1956 | EF4 | 33 km | 6.6 mi | 3 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF4 | 31 km | 33.8 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1953 | EF4 | 85 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF3 | 20 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF3 | 13 km | 1.7 mi | 1 |
| Jun 21, 1996 | EF3 | 19 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 14, 1990 | EF3 | 88 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 1984 | EF3 | 61 km | 15.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 1984 | EF3 | 34 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1984 | EF3 | 47 km | 48.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF3 | 78 km | 17.1 mi | 1 |
| Jul 14, 1974 | EF3 | 25 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 2, 1972 | EF3 | 83 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF3 | 78 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | EF2 | 41 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2023 | EF2 | 94 km | 12.0 mi | 2 |
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 | - | 93 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.1 in |
Millington has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.8").