Climate Summary
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| Lake City, Iowa Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 47.1°F (8.4°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 72.6°F (22.6°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 22.2°F (-5.4°C) • Record High Temperature 112°F (44.4°C) • Record Low Temperature -33°F (-36.1°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 33.86 inches (860 mm) • Average Snowfall 34.7 inches (88 cm) • Wettest Month May (4.33 inches / 110 mm) • Driest Month January (1.69 inches / 43 mm) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 73% • High Humidity Months June-August (80-85%) • Low Humidity Months December-February (65-70%) Wind • Average Annual Wind Speed 11.1 mph (17.9 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine Hours 2,600 • Sunniest Month July (300 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (150 hours) Other Climate Features • Growing Season Approximately 150 days • Hardiness Zone 5a • Tornadoes Lake City is located in an area with a moderate risk of tornadoes. • Droughts Occasional droughts can occur, particularly during the summer months. • Flooding Flooding can occur along the Raccoon River that flows through Lake City. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Lake City is situated on the shores of Lake Okoboji, Iowa's largest natural lake. • The lake is a remnant of a glacial moraine and is renowned for its clear waters and abundant fish species. • The surrounding area features rolling hills, wetlands, and prairies, supporting a diverse ecosystem. Science • Lake City is home to the Okoboji Biological Association (OBA), a non-profit research and education center. • OBA conducts ecological studies on Lake Okoboji and its watershed, contributing to the understanding of freshwater ecosystems. • The city also hosts the Iowa Lakeside Laboratory, a field station for the University of Iowa, offering research opportunities in aquatic ecology and limnology. Personalities Herbert Hoover:The 31st President of the United States spent his childhood summers in Lake City at the Hoover Cottage. Billy Sunday:The renowned evangelist and baseball player lived in Lake City for a period and preached at the local Methodist church. Margaret Bourke-White:The pioneering photojournalist captured iconic images of Lake City and its surroundings during the Great Depression. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Clear Lake State Park: Located just west of Lake City, this park offers a variety of activities, including swimming, boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. The park is also home to the Clear Lake State Fish Hatchery, which is open to the public for tours. 2.The Surf Ballroom: This historic ballroom is located in Clear Lake and is known for hosting Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper on their final tour in 1959. The ballroom has been restored to its original condition and is now a popular tourist attraction. 3.The Iowa Rock 'n' Roll Music Association Museum: This museum is located in Arnolds Park and is dedicated to preserving the history of rock 'n' roll music in Iowa. The museum features exhibits on Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper, as well as other Iowa rock 'n' roll musicians. |
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