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Current surface weather map around Ida County, IA

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Ida Grove, Iowa

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Ida Grove, IA please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Ida Grove, IA

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Ida Grove, Iowa

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Ida County, Iowa

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Climate Summary
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Ida Grove, IA Climate Summary

Average Temperatures

    •   January: 17.6°F (-8.0°C)
    •   July: 75.6°F (24.2°C)
    •   Annual average: 46.6°F (8.1°C)

Precipitation

    •   Average annual precipitation: 30.24 inches (76.8 cm)
    •   Average snowfall: 28.1 inches (71.4 cm)

Humidity

    •   Average relative humidity: 73%

Wind

    •   Average wind speed: 11.4 mph (18.3 km/h)
    •   Prevailing wind direction: West-northwest

Sunshine

    •   Average annual sunshine hours: 2,500

Climate Classification

    •   Humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa)

Climate Characteristics

    •   Cold winters

With average January temperatures below freezing, Ida Grove experiences cold and snowy winters.

    •   Hot summers

Summers are warm and humid, with average July temperatures in the mid-70s Fahrenheit.

    •   Moderate precipitation

The area receives a moderate amount of precipitation throughout the year, with slightly more in the summer months.

    •   Frequent thunderstorms

Ida Grove is located in Tornado Alley and experiences frequent thunderstorms, especially during the spring and summer.

    •   Windy conditions

The area is known for its windy conditions, with a prevailing wind direction from the west-northwest.

Additional Information

    •   Ida Grove is located in northwest Iowa, in the Missouri River Valley.
    •   The climate is influenced by its location in the interior of the continent and the proximity to the Great Lakes.
    •   The area is prone to extreme weather events, such as tornadoes, hail, and flooding.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Ida Grove is located in the Loess Hills, a unique geological formation characterized by steep, forested bluffs and fertile valleys.

    •   The area was once home to vast prairies and wetlands, providing habitat for numerous species of birds, mammals, and reptiles.

Science

    •   In 1873, Ida Grove was the site of the first successful deep well drilling in Iowa, reaching a depth of 1,215 feet.

    •   The city is home to the Ida Grove Municipal Observatory, one of the oldest continuously operating observatories in the Midwest.

Personalities

  • George Washington Carver:

    The renowned agricultural scientist and inventor spent his childhood in Ida Grove and attended school there.

  • John L. Lewis:

    The influential labor leader and president of the United Mine Workers of America was born in Ida Grove in 1880.

  • Dr. Norman Borlaug:

    The Nobel Peace Prize-winning scientist, known as the \

    • Tourist Attractions
    1.Ida Grove City Park

    is a 10-acre park with a playground, picnic areas, a fishing pond, and a walking trail.

    2.The Ida Grove Historical Museum

    is a small museum that tells the history of Ida Grove and the surrounding area.

    3.The Ida Grove Public Library

    is a Carnegie library that was built in 1915.

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