Weather and Climate at Ferris
Ferris State University, located in Big Rapids, Michigan, experiences a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons.
- Winter: Cold with temperatures ranging from 10°F to 30°F (-12°C to -1°C). Snowfall is common, averaging 60 inches annually, which can affect commuting and campus life.
- Spring: Temperatures gradually increase from 30°F to 60°F (-1°C to 15°C). Rainfall increases, and there can be occasional late snowstorms.
- Summer: Warm to hot with temperatures between 60°F and 85°F (15°C to 29°C). This is ideal for outdoor research and campus activities.
- Fall: Cooler with temperatures ranging from 60°F to 40°F (15°C to 4°C). The weather is generally mild, conducive to outdoor events and research.
Extreme weather conditions like blizzards in winter and heatwaves in summer can occasionally disrupt normal campus operations.
