Climate Comfort Score
47/100
Moderate
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Alpena CO Rgnl, MI Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Alpena CO Rgnl, Michigan has an average annual temperature of 44°F and a climate comfort score of 47/100 (Moderate). Annual precipitation totals 29.7", including 77.6" of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
44°F (7°C)
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
34°F
Annual Precip
29.7"
Annual Snow
77.6"
Comfort Score
47/100
Moderate
Avg Annual Temperature
44°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
29.7"
Plus 77.6" of snow
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Alpena CO Rgnl) 47.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Moderate for the Alpena CO Rgnl area.
Warming context for Alpena CO Rgnl
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Alpena CO Rgnl captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Snow | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 12°F (-11°C) | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.8" | 19.3" | 29.8 | 0.0 |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 11°F (-12°C) | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.5" | 17.0" | 27.2 | 0.0 |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 19°F (-7°C) | 29°F (-1°C) | 1.8" | 10.6" | 28.0 | 0.0 |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 30°F (-1°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9" | 6.6" | 19.1 | 0.0 |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8" | 0.2" | 5.0 | 0.3 |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 50°F (10°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7" | 0.0" | 0.1 | 2.0 |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 56°F (13°C) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 2.9 |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 67°F (19°C) | 3.1" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 1.5 |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 47°F (8°C) | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8" | 0.0" | 1.0 | 0.5 |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 37°F (3°C) | 47°F (9°C) | 3.0" | 0.4" | 9.9 | 0.0 |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 29°F (-2°C) | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1" | 6.6" | 20.7 | 0.0 |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 20°F (-7°C) | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.9" | 16.9" | 28.2 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 1.8"
Snow: 19.3"
15.6 days with precipitation
February 1.5"
Snow: 17.0"
11.8 days with precipitation
March 1.8"
Snow: 10.6"
11.0 days with precipitation
April 2.9"
Snow: 6.6"
11.5 days with precipitation
May 2.8"
Snow: 0.2"
11.7 days with precipitation
June 2.7"
10.4 days with precipitation
July 3.2"
10.9 days with precipitation
August 3.1"
9.6 days with precipitation
September 2.8"
11.2 days with precipitation
October 3.0"
Snow: 0.4"
13.9 days with precipitation
November 2.1"
Snow: 6.6"
13.8 days with precipitation
December 1.9"
Snow: 16.9"
14.0 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
October 1
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
May 17
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
7,844
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
353
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
Humidity & Wind
Monthly averages from hourly observations
| Month | Humidity | Wind (mph) | Clear Sky % | Overcast % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76% | 7.8 | -2066% | -2037% |
| February | 74% | 8.0 | 32% | 50% |
| March | 67% | 8.4 | 40% | 40% |
| April | 62% | 8.1 | 49% | 30% |
| May | 68% | 6.9 | 51% | 24% |
| June | 70% | 6.3 | 50% | 19% |
| July | 73% | 5.9 | 49% | 15% |
| August | 76% | 6.0 | 50% | 19% |
| September | 77% | 6.9 | -377% | -387% |
| October | 76% | 7.6 | -806% | -788% |
| November | 78% | 8.0 | -6660% | -6643% |
| December | 79% | 8.0 | -6661% | -6643% |
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Alpena CO Rgnl, MI
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Alpena CO Rgnl, Michigan as a location with an annual average temperature of 44°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 55°F to a mean daily low of 34°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USW00094849, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Alpena CO Rgnl receives roughly 29.7 inches of precipitation each year, with 77.6 inches typically falling as snow. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near May 17 and the first fall freeze near October 1. For energy use, 7,844 heating degree days and 353 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Alpena CO Rgnl scores 47/100 (Moderate), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for January-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Alpena CO Rgnl, MI? ▼
The average annual temperature in Alpena CO Rgnl, Michigan is 44°F. The warmest month averages 81°F (27°C) and the coldest averages 11°F (-12°C).
How much rain does Alpena CO Rgnl get? ▼
Alpena CO Rgnl receives 29.7 inches of precipitation annually, including 77.6 inches of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Alpena CO Rgnl? ▼
Alpena CO Rgnl has a climate comfort score of 47/100 (Moderate). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Alpena CO Rgnl? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Alpena CO Rgnl.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Alpena CO Rgnl? ▼
Alpena CO Rgnl has 7,844 heating degree days and 353 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Alpena CO Rgnl climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USW00094849. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USW00094849. For informational purposes only.
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