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MIMichigan Weather & Climate
Climate overview
Michigan climate is humid continental — Great Lakes effect drives heavy lake-effect snow on western shore. Upper Peninsula gets 200+ inches annually.
Extreme weather risk
- ❄️ Heavy snow: 60+ inches annually in many areas.
Time zone
Michigan observes Eastern Time (the state spans multiple time zones).
When to visit (weather-wise)
Spring through early fall (April-September) for the most comfortable weather; deep winter for snow sports.
Weather constraints in the daily puzzle
"Tornado Alley", "Hurricane zone", "Sun Belt", "Snow Belt" are recurring Statedoku categories.
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