Weather & Climate in Stanwood, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Stanwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 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 997 feet.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-6°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 679/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5803°N, 85.4482°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Mecosta County County |
| Nearest Airport | Gerald R Ford International (GRR) 48 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 69.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 64.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 62.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| 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 | 150 km | 4 km |
| Sep 2, 1994 | 5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan | M3.5 | 111 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
229 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 9 fatalities, 282 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 89 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 73 km | 20.6 mi | 5 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF3 | 14 km | 60.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 80 km | 13.6 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1999 | EF2 | 98 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1994 | EF2 | 61 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1991 | EF2 | 76 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF2 | 55 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 1989 | EF2 | 94 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1985 | EF2 | 44 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1984 | EF2 | 94 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1982 | EF2 | 97 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1982 | EF2 | 77 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1978 | EF2 | 87 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 1977 | EF2 | 99 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF2 | 83 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 1975 | EF2 | 31 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| May 21, 1975 | EF2 | 89 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1975 | EF2 | 88 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1974 | EF2 | 14 km | 1.5 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 | 95 km |
| 2005 | ROSCOMMON4 | 2,109 | 99 km |
| 2018 | SER 438 / WHITE RIVER | 814 | 59 km |
| 2003 | WARFIELD ROAD | 800 | 80 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 793 | 59 km |
| 1994 | COUNTY LINE | 735 | 44 km |
| 2019 | BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB | 619 | 50 km |
| 2021 | WARFIELD | 538 | 80 km |
| 2024 | WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX | 512 | 67 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-6°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.7 in |
Stanwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 20°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.0").