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Retirement Living In Harrison - Michigan


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Area Description

Harrison is a rural community located on US-127 in Michigan. Traditionally a tourist town and retirement area, Harrison is a great location for anyone wishing to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a more quiet, meaningful way of life.

There are many restaurants featuring Italian, Chinese, and American food, plus lots of Mom and Pop stores to browse or for a quick stop in to get your daily essentials. Since Harrison is located on a major US highway, you are not far from a Wal-Mart, movie theater, or whatever else you might be looking for.

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Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
   The City of Harrison attracts thousands of visitors from throughout the state, with its "twenty lakes in twenty minutes" and a large amount of state land for recreational sports.

The biggest local events are the Clare County Fair (In July) and Frostbite Winter Festival (in February).

Cultural Activities
There are several historic buildings in the city of Harrison. The Surrey House, which will soon be converted to the new Harrison Library, is a relic of the lumber town days. The Clare County Newspaper building, located downtown, is the oldest building in Harrison, dating back to 1898.

Public transportation
Harrison has a great public bus system which will take you wherever you want to go within the county. They also will pick-up and deliver your medications to your door.

Medical Facilities


The new MidMichigan Health Park offers general practice and specialty testing, a community dental clinic, mental health facility, and more. Local practices include Harrison Eye Care amd Dr. Maureen Gierucki, DDS.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Harrison, Michigan?

For those of you that retire in Harrison, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the low 20's and highs in the low 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 10's. You may have some days below 0°. Expect a lot of rainy days in the winter, great for a day of shopping in Harrison! Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground so you can enjoy some winter skiing!

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Harrison such as a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the low 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 20's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Harrison!

Summertime in Harrison is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in Harrison, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  9 F°  18 F°  27 F°
 Feb  10 F°  20 F°  31 F°
 Mar  17 F°  29 F°  41 F°
 Apr  30 F°  42 F°  55 F°
 May  40 F°  54 F°  67 F°
 Jun  50 F°  63 F°  76 F°
 Jul  54 F°  67 F°  81 F°
 Aug  52 F°  65 F°  78 F°
 Sep  44 F°  57 F°  70 F°
 Oct  35 F°  46 F°  57 F°
 Nov  27 F°  35 F°  43 F°
 Dec  17 F°  24 F°  32 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  31  8
 Feb  0  27  7
 Mar  0  28  3
 Apr  0  19  0
 May  0  6  0
 Jun  1  1  0
 Jul  2  0  0
 Aug  1  0  0
 Sep  0  3  0
 Oct  0  13  0
 Nov  0  22  0
 Dec  0  30  3

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  2 "  13  15 %
 Feb  1 "  9  16 %
 Mar  2 "  10  21 %
 Apr  3 "  11  30 %
 May  3 "  11  41 %
 Jun  3 "  10  52 %
 Jul  3 "  10  57 %
 Aug  4 "  10  57 %
 Sep  3 "  11  50 %
 Oct  3 "  12  39 %
 Nov  3 "  12  30 %
 Dec  2 "  13  21 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  15 "  29  11
 Feb  11 "  26  8
 Mar  8 "  18  5
 Apr  3 "  2  2
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  1 "  0  1
 Nov  6 "  6  4
 Dec  15 "  22  10


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Cost of Living for Harrison, MI

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 Harrison has many living options, such as apartments, houses, senior cottages, and townhomes.

Senior Assistance in Harrison, MI

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