Michigan State University - Weather

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Michigan residents experience a variety of weather patterns. It is not unusual to begin a week wearing snow boots and end it in shorts and a T-shirt. Summers are hot and can often be humid, while winters bring below-freezing temperatures and plenty of snow. Students should pack everything from shorts to a full set of winter gear. Fall and spring usually bring temperatures somewhere between these two extremes. During these seasons students can be found studying or playing sports outdoors, enjoying the sunshine. Rainy days occasionally put a damper on walking to class, but at least residents don’t have to worry about hurricanes or earthquakes.

Although Michigan weather is not always pleasant, seeing the leaves explode into color during the fall shouldn’t be missed. Despite the winter cold, snow-covered trees and buildings turn campus into a miniature winter wonderland. Students from the Midwest or the East Coast should have a good idea of what to expect from Michigan's weather. Those who are fortunate enough to hail from the sunnier states, however, are in for a treat. Just don’t forget to pack a warm coat, gloves, earmuffs, and one heavy-duty umbrella

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Students Speak Out

MSUJC says: Other

There are lots of overcast days... There are lots of overcast days and the state of Michigan itself only sees about 60 days of sunshine a year. The winters are very cold with so much snow that it makes you not want to go to class. 12345 Weather: March 18, 2009 Report

MSUAW says: Other

Michigan winters: Be prepared for... Michigan winters: Be prepared for blizzards. That being said, I enjoy having all four seasons, and there aren't many campuses that are prettier than MSU. 12345 Weather: March 06, 2009 Report

Anonymous says:

The weather is always constantly... The weather is always constantly changing, even multiple times during the day. Michigan has a fairly cold climate, so it would be smart to bring a sweatshirt with you even if it isn’t that cold when you left for class, because on your way back the temperature can drop dramatically. 12345 Weather Report

Anonymous says:

Michigan weather could be the most... Michigan weather could be the most unpredictable weather in the country. Prepare for weeks in the middle of February when the temperature is eighty degrees on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, followed by snow on Thursdays. 12345 Weather Report

Anonymous says:

The weather is just like Michigan... The weather is just like Michigan weather. Really cold, really hot, really wet, and really dry, all in about 25 minutes. I wear layers so I can put on or take off to adjust to the temperature. 12345 Weather Report

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