Houghton travel guide
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You're Going to Love Houghton
With a population of 7,708, Houghton is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Houghton to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Houghton
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Houghton in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8.6 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Houghton, with an average rainfall of 1.4″.
How to Get to Houghton
Plane
When flying to Houghton, you’ll arrive at Hancock Houghton County (CMX), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Houghton departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 52m.
Bus
Houghton’s bus station is located 0.9 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Houghton
Where to stay in popular areas of Houghton
Most booked hotels in Houghton
Renting a car in Houghton
Renting a car in Houghton costs $82 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Houghton.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Houghton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.