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Weather in July in Iowa

Considering a trip to Iowa this July and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Iowa in July?

Iowa is a region in the United States of America. July in Iowa generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Dyersville at 28°C to very warm in Council Bluffs at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C in Council Bluffs and 16°C in Dyersville. In Iowa, July typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Council Bluffs with an average of 79 mm to high rainfall in Dubuque with 144 mm.

Average sunshine

The city Des Moines usually sees around 335 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

For a closer look at July's conditions in Iowa, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Iowa's yearly weather, check out our Iowa climate page.

Where to go in Iowa in July

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Iowa on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in July for the 5 most popular destinations in Iowa?

Des Moines

In July Des Moines generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Des Moines
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   June June
<<  
28°C 
17°C 
311 hours 
158 mm 
12 days 
30°C 
19°C 
335 hours 
106 mm 
9 days 
August   >> August
>>  
29°C 
18°C 
299 hours 
121 mm 
11 days 
Climate in Des Moines

West Des Moines

In July West Des Moines generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

West Des Moines
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   June June
<<  
28°C 
17°C 
311 hours 
154 mm 
12 days 
30°C 
19°C 
335 hours 
101 mm 
9 days 
August   >> August
>>  
29°C 
18°C 
299 hours 
116 mm 
11 days 
Climate in West Des Moines

Ames

In July Ames generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Ames
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   June June
<<  
27°C 
16°C 
311 hours 
135 mm 
13 days 
29°C 
17°C 
335 hours 
113 mm 
10 days 
August   >> August
>>  
28°C 
16°C 
299 hours 
137 mm 
10 days 
Climate in Ames

Urbandale

In July Urbandale generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Urbandale
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   June June
<<  
28°C 
17°C 
311 hours 
172 mm 
12 days 
30°C 
19°C 
335 hours 
109 mm 
9 days 
August   >> August
>>  
29°C 
18°C 
299 hours 
130 mm 
11 days 
Climate in Urbandale

Ankeny

In July Ankeny generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Ankeny
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   June June
<<  
28°C 
16°C 
311 hours 
168 mm 
13 days 
30°C 
18°C 
335 hours 
116 mm 
10 days 
August   >> August
>>  
29°C 
17°C 
299 hours 
124 mm 
11 days 
Climate in Ankeny

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Iowa, in the United States of America.

Is July the best time to visit Iowa?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Des Moines, July might be a good time to visit Iowa.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Des Moines. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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