Weather in Muskegon, Michigan
Roses open along the stoops. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 10:21 AM
- Moonset
- 1:36 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open along the stoops
Muskegon at a glance
- Today vs. normal: NaN°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: May 5 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Cool-season window is open
As of May 17, the cool-season window is open or about to open. Direct-sow peas, lettuce, spinach, radishes, and brassicas now. Hold off on warm-season crops until 1–2 weeks after the last spring frost (around May).
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | — | — |
| April | — | — |
| May | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash, fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | — | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | — | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Muskegon's warmest temperatures at roughly 72°F mean, while January delivers the coldest at around 27°F. October sees peak rainfall with 3.8 inches, contrasting with February's low of 2.1 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27° | 2.4″ | 7 |
| February | 28° | 2.1″ | 5 |
| March | 36° | 2.4″ | 6 |
| April | 47° | 3.5″ | 7 |
| May | 58° | 3.4″ | 7 |
| June | 67° | 3.0″ | 6 |
| July | 72° | 2.8″ | 5 |
| August | 71° | 3.1″ | 6 |
| September | 64° | 3.3″ | 6 |
| October | 52° | 3.8″ | 8 |
| November | 41° | 2.9″ | 7 |
| December | 32° | 2.4″ | 7 |
Regional context
Located within a warm-summer humid continental climate region, Muskegon shares temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other nearby cities in this climate zone.
Similar climates: Detroit, MI, Grand Rapids, MI, Lansing, MI, Ann Arbor, MI, Flint, MI.
Naturalist notes
American robins typically begin their dawn chorus in late April as daylight hours stretch longer.
Sugar maple buds break in early May when soil temperatures warm sufficiently for root activity.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Muskegon?
- Spring's last frost typically occurs around mid-May in Muskegon, while the first fall frost returns around mid-October.
- What is the rainy season in Muskegon?
- October ranks as the wettest month, delivering about 3.8 inches of rain on average, while the city receives roughly 35 inches annually.
- What is the warmest month in Muskegon?
- July typically brings the warmest weather, with temperatures averaging about 72°F.
- What is the coldest month in Muskegon?
- January typically brings the coldest conditions, with temperatures averaging about 27°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Muskegon?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-May, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Muskegon get?
- Muskegon experiences about 76 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Muskegon?
- Muskegon's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; the USDA's online lookup tool can provide the current zone designation using the city ZIP code.
Climate
Muskegon, Michigan experiences a warm-summer humid continental climate. Temperatures hover near 27°F in January and average 72°F in July, creating a 45°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 35 inches, distributed across roughly 76 rainy days throughout the year.
Geography shapes Muskegon's weather patterns through its latitude of 43.2°N, proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These factors determine growing conditions, frost timing, and daily weather variations.