Weather & Climate in Newaygo, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Newaygo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. The area receives 63.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 777 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 777 ft (237 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 659/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4173°N, 85.7995°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Newaygo County County |
| Nearest Airport | Gerald R Ford International (GRR) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 47.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 56.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 72.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| May 2, 2015 | 5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan | M4.2 | 135 km | 4 km |
| Sep 2, 1994 | 5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan | M3.5 | 119 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
207 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 26 fatalities, 587 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF5 | 92 km | 58.8 mi | 17 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 98 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 45 km | 20.6 mi | 5 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF3 | 41 km | 60.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 58 km | 13.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF3 | 95 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1994 | EF2 | 68 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1991 | EF2 | 55 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF2 | 86 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 1989 | EF2 | 97 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 1986 | EF2 | 99 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 1986 | EF2 | 99 km | 42.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1985 | EF2 | 65 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1983 | EF2 | 89 km | 13.6 mi | 1 |
| Jun 15, 1982 | EF2 | 97 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1978 | EF2 | 61 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF2 | 82 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 1975 | EF2 | 3 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| May 20, 1975 | EF2 | 67 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1974 | EF2 | 78 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
9 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: GRANT RX (2,204 acres, 2017).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2017 | GRANT RX | 2,204 | 90 km |
| 1988 | ALLEGAN6 | 1,077 | 96 km |
| 2018 | SER 438 / WHITE RIVER | 814 | 31 km |
| 2003 | WARFIELD ROAD | 800 | 91 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 793 | 31 km |
| 1994 | COUNTY LINE | 735 | 47 km |
| 2019 | BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB | 619 | 52 km |
| 2021 | WARFIELD | 538 | 91 km |
| 2024 | WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX | 512 | 61 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in |
Newaygo has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 23°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.9").