Sylvan Lake, MI has a humid continental climate with hot and humid summers and cold and snowy winters. The average summer temperature is around 75°F (24°C), while in the winter it is around 30°F (-1°C). Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 35 inches (90 cm) annually. In spring and summer, thunderstorms are common, while lake-effect snow can be experienced during winter months. As a result of its location near Lake Michigan, Sylvan Lake enjoys a moderate climate compared to other areas of Michigan.
Sylvan Lake, Michigan gets 32 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Sylvan Lake averages 41 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 179 sunny days per year in Sylvan Lake. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Sylvan Lake gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 135 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 82 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 16
Rain: averages 32 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 41 inches of snow a year