Palmer, MI has a humid continental climate, characterized by cold winters and warm summers. Average temperatures range from 39掳F in January to 73掳F in July. The area experiences an average of 55 inches of precipitation per year and receives an average of 61 inches of snow annually. The spring and summer months bring frequent thunderstorms and showers, while winter sees long periods of snowfall with occasional rain. Palmer is also known for its gusty winds throughout the year due to its close proximity to Lake Michigan.
Palmer (zip 49871), Michigan gets 32 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Palmer (zip 49871) averages 157 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 186 sunny days per year in Palmer (zip 49871). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Palmer (zip 49871) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 153 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 78 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 4
Rain: averages 32 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 157 inches of snow a year