Diorite, MI

Unincorporated community in Marquette County, Michigan

Diorite is a small unincorporated community in Marquette County, Michigan. It is 5.6 miles E of West Ishpeming, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 49849.

Diorite at a glance

State
Michigan
County
Marquette County
ZIP code
49849
Nearest town
West Ishpeming (5.6 mi)
Time zone
America/Detroit
Coordinates
46.5092, -87.8303

Weather in Diorite now

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Diorite weather by the hour

Diorite weather for the next 7 days

Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Diorite.

This week in Diorite

Sunrise, sunset and moon in Diorite

What is the weather usually like in Diorite?

Dfb
Warm-summer humid continental climate
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals

Average high and low temperature (°F)

-5°17°39°61°83°22°2°Jan25°0°Feb37°8°Mar49°23°Apr64°35°May74°45°Jun78°49°Jul76°47°Aug68°41°Sep53°31°Oct38°20°Nov27°8°Dec

Average precipitation (inches)

1.6"Jan1.3"Feb1.3"Mar2.5"Apr2.9"May3.3"Jun3.9"Jul2.7"Aug3.2"Sep3.5"Oct2.3"Nov1.6"Dec

Best time to visit Diorite: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.

Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station CLARKSBURG, MI US (USC00201435), adjusted for the elevation of Diorite.

Diorite weather month by month

January
22° 2°F
1.6 in of rain · 4 wet days❄ 25.1 in of snow
February
25° 0°F
1.3 in of rain · 4 wet days❄ 23.9 in of snow
March
37° 8°F
1.3 in of rain · 4 wet days❄ 14.5 in of snow
April
49° 23°F
2.5 in of rain · 7 wet days❄ 14.7 in of snow
May
64° 35°F
2.9 in of rain · 7 wet days❄ 0.8 in of snow
June
74° 45°F
3.3 in of rain · 7 wet days
July
78° 49°F
3.9 in of rain · 7 wet days
August
76° 47°F
2.7 in of rain · 7 wet days
September
68° 41°F
3.2 in of rain · 8 wet days
October
53° 31°F
3.5 in of rain · 9 wet days❄ 2.7 in of snow
November
38° 20°F
2.3 in of rain · 6 wet days❄ 15.0 in of snow
December
27° 8°F
1.6 in of rain · 6 wet days❄ 21.1 in of snow

Sunrise and sunset in Diorite through the year

MonthSunriseSunsetDaylight
January8:28 AM5:32 PM9 h 3 min
February7:52 AM6:18 PM10 h 25 min
March8:01 AM7:58 PM11 h 56 min
April7:02 AM8:40 PM13 h 38 min
May6:15 AM9:20 PM15 h 4 min
June5:55 AM9:47 PM15 h 52 min
July6:12 AM9:42 PM15 h 30 min
August6:48 AM9:02 PM14 h 14 min
September7:28 AM8:04 PM12 h 36 min
October8:07 AM7:06 PM10 h 58 min
November7:51 AM5:19 PM9 h 28 min
December8:26 AM5:06 PM8 h 39 min

Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Detroit).

What is the weather like in Diorite?

Diorite has a warm-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 78°F (26°C), and the coldest is February, with average lows of 0°F (-18°C).

It gets about 30.1 inches (765 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 118 inches fall in an average year.

The best time to visit Diorite is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.

Webcams near Diorite

The closest live webcam is Big Bay › South-east, 17.8 miles NE of Diorite.

Big Bay › South-eastBig Bay · 17.8 mi NEOn Windy
Marquette › West: Northern CenterMarquette · 20.8 mi EOn Windy
Houghton › North-west: Kanwal and Ann Rekhi Hall - Husky Plaza - Red Nation of the KeweenawHoughton · 54.0 mi NWOn Windy
Hancock › West: Michigan Tech Gateway - Super 8 by Wyndham Houghton - College Avenue - East Houghton Waterfront ParkHancock · 54.2 mi NWOn Windy
Hancock › South-east: Ramada by Wyndham Hancock Waterfront - Portage Canal Lift BridgeHancock · 55.4 mi NWOn Windy
Hancock: Houghton - Bridge - Michigan Tech Fund CamHancock · 55.8 mi NWOn Windy

Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Diorite.

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Questions about Diorite

Where is Diorite, MI?

Diorite is an unincorporated community in Marquette County, Michigan, 5.6 miles E of West Ishpeming.

What county is Diorite in?

Diorite is in Marquette County, Michigan.

What is the ZIP code of Diorite, MI?

The ZIP code for Diorite is 49849.

What is the nearest town to Diorite?

West Ishpeming, 5.6 miles away.

Are there webcams near Diorite?

Yes. The closest is Big Bay › South-east, 17.8 miles away.

What is the hottest month in Diorite?

July, with an average high of 78°F (26°C).

What is the coldest month in Diorite?

February, with an average low of 0°F (-18°C).

How much does it rain in Diorite?

About 30.1 inches (765 mm) a year; the wettest month is July.

Does it snow in Diorite?

Yes, about 118 inches of snow fall in an average year.

When is the best time to visit Diorite?

June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.

What climate does Diorite have?

Warm-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfb).

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