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Petoskey (MI) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Petoskey.
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Climate overview of Petoskey
Petoskey, Michigan, United States of America, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) in July, while winters cool to -3°C (27°F) in February.
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 918 mm (36 in), with October being the wettest month. The city also has warm summers and very cold winters.
Petoskey Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Petoskey - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Petoskey
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Petoskey. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -3°C (27°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in July to -12°C (10°F) in February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Petoskey
Generally, Petoskey has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 918 mm (36 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Petoskey can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 125 mm (4.9 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 36 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation spread across 15 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Petoskey Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Petoskey
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Petoskey is usually found in June, July and August. Conditions are generally least comfortable in January, February, March, April, October, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
very cold
Mar
cold
Apr
cold
May
very good
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
very good
Oct
wet
Nov
cold
Dec
cold
- Best overall: June, July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Fewer rainy days: March, June, July, August and September
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: February, with freezing nights around -12°C (10°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Petoskey
What is the best time to visit Petoskey?
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Petoskey. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Petoskey has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Petoskey?
Daytime highs range from -3°C (27°F) in February to 25°C (77°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -12°C (10°F) to 15°C (59°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Petoskey get?
Annual rainfall is around 918 mm (36 in). October is the wettest month with 125 mm (4.9 in), while February is the driest with 36 mm (1.4 in).
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