Climate
Traverse City weather by month
Average highs, lows, rain and snow for every month, from 30 years of weather records.
Average temperatures
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Best time to visit: May, June, July, when highs are mild and rain is lightest.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F | 17°F | 1.7 in | 14 |
| February | 31°F | 16°F | 1.0 in | 11 |
| March | 41°F | 23°F | 1.6 in | 10 |
| April | 54°F | 33°F | 2.8 in | 11 |
| May | 67°F | 43°F | 2.8 in | 12 |
| June | 77°F | 54°F | 2.6 in | 11 |
| July | 81°F | 59°F | 2.7 in | 10 |
| August | 80°F | 59°F | 3.0 in | 10 |
| September | 72°F | 52°F | 3.4 in | 13 |
| October | 59°F | 41°F | 3.6 in | 16 |
| November | 46°F | 32°F | 2.2 in | 14 |
| December | 35°F | 24°F | 1.8 in | 15 |
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Traverse City Cherry Cptl Ap, Mi Us (2.7 mi away, 618 ft). Wet days: days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation.
Questions
What is the hottest month in Traverse City?
July, with an average high of 81°F and low of 59°F.
What is the coldest month in Traverse City?
February, with an average low of 16°F and high of 31°F.
When does it rain most in Traverse City?
October is the wettest month, averaging 3.6 in of precipitation; the year totals about 29.2 inches.
What is the best time to visit Traverse City?
For mild weather (highs between 65°F and 85°F) with the least rain, May, June, July.
Where do these numbers come from?
NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals for the Traverse City Cherry Cptl Ap weather station, 2.7 miles from downtown: 30-year averages, not a forecast.