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The best time to visit Mackinaw City is March-May
In the height of summer, temperatures in Mackinaw City can reach a maximum of 24℃ (76℉). The average low temperatures in winter float around -10℃ (14℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about -18℃ (-1℉).
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Mackinaw City, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. The wet season in Mackinaw City usually falls during the months surrounding October each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
Continue reading to find out more about when to visit Mackinaw City, including the climate, seasonal info, what to pack, FAQs, and the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.
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Mackinaw City seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Mackinaw City as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Mackinaw City is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Mackinaw City
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Mackinaw City for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Mackinaw City climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Mackinaw City for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Mackinaw City in January
- Average temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average high temperature: -5℃ (24℉)
- Average low temperature: -10℃ (15℉)
- Average humidity: 89%
- Average sunny days: 7 days
- Average rainfall: 33mm (1") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Mackinaw City in February
- Average temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average high temperature: -4℃ (24℉)
- Average low temperature: -10℃ (14℉)
- Average humidity: 89%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 34mm (1") over 5 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Mackinaw City in March
- Average temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average high temperature: 0℃ (33℉)
- Average low temperature: -6℃ (22℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 38mm (2") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Mackinaw City in April
- Average temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average high temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average low temperature: -0℃ (32℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 60mm (2") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Mackinaw City in May
- Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 43mm (2") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Mackinaw City in June
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 42mm (2") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Mackinaw City in July
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 30mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in July, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Mackinaw City in August
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 37mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in August, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Mackinaw City in September
- Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 44mm (2") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Mackinaw City in October
- Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 69mm (3") over 16 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Mackinaw City in November
- Average temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average high temperature: 5℃ (40℉)
- Average low temperature: 1℃ (33℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 46mm (2") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Mackinaw City in December
- Average temperature: -3℃ (27℉)
- Average high temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average low temperature: -5℃ (23℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 44mm (2") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mackinaw City in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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