Pure Michigan

Sault Ste. Marie Average Climate & Weather

During the summer months May, June, July, August, September the temperatures are perhaps the most pleasant, however if you don’t mind brining a coat, you might also enjoy Sault Ste. Marie in October and November when the spectacular UP fall colors are in full swing. If you love winter and thel exhilarating snow sports such as ice fishing, hockey, skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling then December, January, February and March is perfect, don’t forget to bring thermals!

  • On average, the warmest month is July.
  • The highest recorded temperature was 98°F in 1921.
  • The average coolest month is January.
  • The lowest recorded temperature was -37°F in 1934.
  • The maximum average precipitation occurs in September.

Temperature - Precipitation

  Jan Feb March April May June  
Average high in °F 22 24 34 48 63 71  
Average low in °F 5 7 16 29 39 47  
Precipitation - inches 2.4 1.7 2.3 2.4 2.7 3.1  
Snowfall - inches 29.0 18.4 14.7 5.85 0 0  
               
  July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Annual
Average high in °F 76 74 65 53 39 27 49.6
Average low in °F 52 52 45 36 26 13 19.9
Precipitation - inches 2.7 3.6 3.7 3.2 3.5 2.9 34.2
Snowfall - inches 0 0 0 2.4 15.8 31.1 118

Climate Information provided by http://www.usclimatedata.com

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