Weather & Climate in Nunica, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Nunica experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The area receives 87.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. 70% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 631 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 631 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 86/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0852°N, 86.0748°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Ottawa County County |
| Nearest Airport | Gerald R Ford International (GRR) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 70.4% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 82.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 12.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 99.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| 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
3 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 | 108 km | 4 km |
| Sep 2, 1994 | 5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan | M3.5 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan | M3.3 | 134 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: 31 fatalities, 706 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF5 | 50 km | 58.8 mi | 17 |
| Apr 2, 1977 | EF4 | 99 km | 12.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 15 km | 20.6 mi | 5 |
| May 13, 1980 | EF3 | 97 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1980 | EF3 | 92 km | 10.6 mi | 5 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF3 | 84 km | 60.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 32 km | 13.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF3 | 89 km | 14.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF3 | 80 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF3 | 91 km | 60.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2009 | EF2 | 91 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2009 | EF2 | 68 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2001 | EF2 | 95 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1994 | EF2 | 81 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1991 | EF2 | 71 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 1989 | EF2 | 98 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1989 | EF2 | 77 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1989 | EF2 | 79 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 1986 | EF2 | 79 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 1986 | EF2 | 75 km | 42.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
6 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 acres, 1988).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1988 | ALLEGAN6 | 1,077 | 57 km |
| 2018 | SER 438 / WHITE RIVER | 814 | 47 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 793 | 47 km |
| 1994 | COUNTY LINE | 735 | 86 km |
| 2019 | BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB | 619 | 90 km |
| 2024 | WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX | 512 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.4 in |
Nunica has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 27°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.1").