Weather & Climate in Powers, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Powers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. The area receives 70.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 870 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 870 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 394/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6880°N, 87.5265°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Menominee County County |
| Nearest Airport | Menominee Regional (MNM) 39 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 44.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 72.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 83.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively 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
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Aug 2, 2024 | 38 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin | M2.9 | 121 km | 11 km |
| Jan 7, 2024 | 3 km NE of Mole Lake, Wisconsin | M2.5 | 113 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
77 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 4 fatalities, 27 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 19, 1968 | EF4 | 80 km | 21.8 mi | 2 |
| Aug 23, 1998 | EF3 | 76 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1991 | EF3 | 28 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1987 | EF3 | 28 km | 71.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1986 | EF3 | 37 km | 24.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2022 | EF2 | 68 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1992 | EF2 | 43 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1991 | EF2 | 20 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1985 | EF2 | 99 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1981 | EF2 | 66 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1974 | EF2 | 62 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Sep 16, 1972 | EF2 | 99 km | 66.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 1972 | EF2 | 51 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1968 | EF2 | 91 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1966 | EF2 | 100 km | 5.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1964 | EF2 | 77 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1964 | EF2 | 86 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 1959 | EF2 | 38 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1958 | EF2 | 53 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2024 | EF1 | 61 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MARQUETTE9 (4,224 acres, 1999).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1999 | MARQUETTE9 | 4,224 | 96 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE11 | 3,983 | 70 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE13 | 2,491 | 60 km |
| 2009 | FALLS | 820 | 82 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE10 | 671 | 82 km |
| 2019 | DUTCH MILL | 551 | 60 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE9 | 521 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.8 in |
Powers has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 17°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.3").