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Story City (IA) Climate by Month

The climate in Story City is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Story City, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -2°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -12°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Story City experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1001 mm of precipitation annually. Story City can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 141 mm of precipitation over 10 rainy days. In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 21 mm of snowfall, spread across 7 snowy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Story City can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Des Moines, the United States of America (72 KM, 45 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Des Moines, the United States of America (72 KM, 45 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Story City in the United States of America

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Story City?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • When is winter in Story City?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Story City?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Story City?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Story City?
    August tops the wettest month list with 141 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Story City?
    January is the driest month with 21 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Story City?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 335 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Story City (IA)

    Fri   Nov 22
    5°C | -3°C
    NW 14 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    8°C | -3°C
    SE 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    13°C | 2°C
    S 14 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain