Ypsilanti, MI has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. The average summer temperatures range from 68 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit while winter temperatures typically range from 18 to 34 degrees Fahrenheit. Precipitation is generally abundant throughout the year, with an average of about 36 inches per year. Snowfall averages around 50 inches annually and is heaviest in January and February. Despite its location in Michigan, Ypsilanti does not experience many strong storms or tornados due to its inland location away from the Great Lakes. Overall, Ypsilanti experiences a moderate climate that is typical of most Midwestern cities.
Ypsilanti, Michigan gets 34 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Ypsilanti averages 45 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 178 sunny days per year in Ypsilanti. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Ypsilanti gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 140 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 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 16
Rain: averages 34 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 45 inches of snow a year