The best times to visit Ionia for ideal weather are

April 30th to July 1st

or

July 30th to October 14th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ionia Travel Info

Weather in Ionia

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ionia vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 38th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ionia, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early July where highs are regularly around 90.4°F (32.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.8°F (19.3°C) at night.

Ionia Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ionia Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Ionia Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ionia Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ionia Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 33.2 26.6 20.5
Feb 34.4 27.8 21.8
Mar 48.1 38.3 30.5
Apr 58.5 47.5 38.3
May 72.5 61.3 51.6
Jun 80.4 69.3 59
Jul 87.5 76.2 65.4
Aug 82.3 70.9 60.9
Sep 71.7 61.3 52.1
Oct 62.7 51.3 42.4
Nov 50.3 40.6 33
Dec 36.5 30.9 25.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.7 -3 -6.4
Feb 1.3 -2.3 -5.7
Mar 8.9 3.5 -0.8
Apr 14.7 8.6 3.5
May 22.5 16.3 10.9
Jun 26.9 20.7 15
Jul 30.8 24.6 18.6
Aug 27.9 21.6 16.1
Sep 22.1 16.3 11.2
Oct 17.1 10.7 5.8
Nov 10.2 4.8 0.6
Dec 2.5 -0.6 -3.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ionia are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Ionia? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ionia.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ionia (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 5% 0 0.4
Feb 7% 0 0.5
Mar 7% 0 1.2
Apr 14% 0 2.1
May 22% 0 2.3
Jun 17% 0 2.3
Jul 16% 0 2.1
Aug 9% 0 1.7
Sep 18% 0 2.6
Oct 14% 0 1.6
Nov 13% 0 1.8
Dec 12% 0 1.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 1
Feb 7 0 1.3
Mar 7 0 3
Apr 14 0 5.3
May 22 0 5.8
Jun 17 0 5.8
Jul 16 0 5.3
Aug 9 0 4.3
Sep 18 0 6.6
Oct 14 0 4.1
Nov 13 0 4.6
Dec 12 0 2.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Ionia has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (54.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (73.5%).

Wind in Ionia is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by February and January. April’s average wind speed of around 8.7 knots (10.1 MPH or 16.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 18.3 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ionia.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.9 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Feb 7.9 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Mar 7.6 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Apr 8.7 Gentle breeze 17.4 Strong breeze
May 7.2 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Jun 6.6 Light breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Jul 5.2 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Aug 4.9 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Sep 6.2 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Oct 7.3 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Nov 7.8 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Dec 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 69.4%
Feb 67.7%
Mar 61.3%
Apr 54.8%
May 54.5%
Jun 56.2%
Jul 55.9%
Aug 62.7%
Sep 63.5%
Oct 60.9%
Nov 65.4%
Dec 73.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ionia?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ionia, MI, US is February, followed by August and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ionia in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 57.8 in December means 57.8% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Ionia Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 36.4°F (2.4°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 3 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Ionia, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 73.8°F (23.2°C) and 43.1°F (6.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 5 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Ionia to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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