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Best Time to Visit Frankenmuth

For the most comfortable weather in Frankenmuth, aim for July – September. September tops our comfort score at 88/100, with highs around 72°F (22°C) and 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain. May & June and October are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.

Frankenmuth, Michigan, United States
Best months
Jul – Sep
Shoulder
May & Jun and Oct
Toughest
Dec – Feb
Warmest
Jul · 80°F
Coldest nights
Jan · 16°F
Wettest
May · 3.8 in
Driest
Jan · 2.0 in

Frankenmuth weather by month

Highs run from 28°F to 80°F across the year, and the yearly total is about 33.9 in (861 mm) of rain and snow.

5°14°23°32°41°50°59°68°77°86°28°Jan30°Feb41°Mar54°Apr65°May75°Jun80°Jul78°Aug72°Sep58°Oct46°Nov34°Dec050100
Daily low → high (°F)Monthly rain (mm, right axis)Best months
Monthly climate averages for Frankenmuth, 2001–2025
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg high28°F-2°C30°F-1°C41°F5°C54°F12°C65°F19°C75°F24°C80°F26°C78°F26°C72°F22°C58°F15°C46°F8°C34°F1°C
Avg low16°F-9°C16°F-9°C24°F-4°C34°F1°C46°F8°C56°F13°C62°F17°C62°F17°C55°F13°C43°F6°C32°F0°C23°F-5°C
Rain/snow2.0 in50 mm2.0 in50 mm2.0 in51 mm3.5 in88 mm3.8 in97 mm3.4 in87 mm3.1 in79 mm3.3 in85 mm2.9 in74 mm3.4 in86 mm2.3 in59 mm2.2 in55 mm
Humidity87%85%79%75%75%76%75%75%75%78%81%86%
Cloud76%74%69%67%67%59%54%55%54%67%72%79%
Comfort434447658180848388725242

Source: NASA POWER (public domain), 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km satellite and reanalysis grid, so coasts and valleys can differ from what's shown. The grid cell sits at about 196 m (643 ft), close to Frankenmuth's own ~194 m. Precipitation includes snow as melted water; daylight is calculated from latitude. Check a forecast before you go.

How we pick the best months

  • Temperature (40 pts): full marks for average daytime highs of 64–81°F (18–27°C); minus 3 points per °C below and 4 per °C above.
  • Rain (25 pts): full marks up to 40 mm (1.6 in) a month, falling to zero at 250 mm (9.8 in).
  • Humidity (15 pts): only counts when it is warm (mean above 18°C); minus 0.75 points per % above 70% relative humidity.
  • Cloud (20 pts): full marks at 30% cloud cover or less, falling to zero at 90%.
Best months: within 6 points of the top (or 85+). Shoulder: within 18 and at least 45. Toughest: within 6 of the lowest. Comfort only; crowds, prices, festivals and openings aren't scored.

Frankenmuth season by season

Winter Dec – Feb

The coldest season, with highs of 28–34°F (-2–1°C) and lows down to 16°F (-9°C). It's the driest season, with only about 6.1 in (155 mm) of rain or snow, 18% of the year's total. December – February are cold enough for snow. Comfort scores bottom out in December – February; the season averages 43/100.

Spring Mar – May

Temperatures climb through the season, from 41°F highs in March to 65°F by May. About 9.3 in (236 mm) of rain or snow falls across these months, 27% of the year's total. March is cold enough for snow. May score well without being the very best (season average 64/100).

Summer Jun – Aug

Peak warmth: highs of 75–80°F (24–26°C). It's the wettest season, with about 9.9 in (251 mm) of rain, 29% of the year's total. July & August feel humid, with humidity near 75%. Comfort peaks here: July & August rank with the year's best, and the season averages 82/100.

Autumn Sep – Nov

Temperatures slide from 72°F highs in September to 46°F by November. About 8.6 in (219 mm) of rain falls across these months, 25% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 32°F (0°C). September is among the best-scoring months (season average 71/100).

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By comfort score: 5 Great, 2 Good, 2 Fair and 3 Tough. Great months: May – September. Tap a month for its own guide.

Frankenmuth weather questions

When is the best time to visit Frankenmuth?

For the most comfortable weather in Frankenmuth, aim for July – September. September tops our comfort score at 88/100, with highs around 72°F (22°C) and 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain. May & June and October are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.

What is the rainiest month in Frankenmuth?

May is the wettest month, averaging about 3.8 in (97 mm) of rain. January is the driest, with about 2.0 in (50 mm). The yearly total is around 33.9 in (861 mm).

What is the coldest month in Frankenmuth?

January is the coldest, with average lows of 16°F (-9°C) and highs of 28°F (-2°C). The warmest is July, with average highs of 80°F (26°C).

Is Frankenmuth humid in summer?

Yes: in July & August humidity averages 75% with warm temperatures, so it feels muggy. Summer highs peak around 80°F (26°C).

Does it get below freezing in Frankenmuth?

On average, yes: lows fall below 32°F (0°C) in December – March, bottoming out around 16°F (-9°C) in January.

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