Weather & Climate in Pellston, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pellston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 79.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 428/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5516°N, 84.7834°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Emmet County County |
| Nearest Airport | Pellston Regional/Emmet County (PLN) 1 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 38.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 31.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 96.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
65 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 64 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 20, 2022 | EF3 | 65 km | 17.5 mi | 2 |
| Jul 3, 1974 | EF3 | 58 km | 11.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2007 | EF2 | 91 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 31, 1977 | EF2 | 68 km | 19.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1975 | EF2 | 87 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1964 | EF2 | 76 km | 17.9 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1964 | EF2 | 93 km | 16.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1957 | EF2 | 74 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 2014 | EF1 | 88 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 2014 | EF1 | 85 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 2014 | EF1 | 74 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2007 | EF1 | 38 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2004 | EF1 | 90 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 1, 2002 | EF1 | 44 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1999 | EF1 | 86 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF1 | 95 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1993 | EF1 | 53 km | 11.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1993 | EF1 | 35 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1993 | EF1 | 35 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1993 | EF1 | 89 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
12 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: CRAWFORD15 (6,868 acres, 1990).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1990 | CRAWFORD15 | 6,868 | 97 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 4,059 | 80 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,020 | 81 km |
| 2022 | BLUE LAKES | 2,554 | 54 km |
| 1998 | CAMP FAUNCE | 1,922 | 77 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 1,844 | 79 km |
| 2024 | RANGE 30 24-03 RX | 1,523 | 94 km |
| 1985 | CRAWFORD45 | 1,412 | 80 km |
| 2011 | HOWES LAKE | 839 | 94 km |
| 1999 | MACKINAC3 | 741 | 70 km |
| 2019 | RIFLE RANGE | 729 | 89 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 575 | 78 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in |
Pellston has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 18°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.1").