Iowa City, IA has a humid continental climate with hot and humid summers and cold winters. The city receives an average of 37 inches of precipitation annually, with the wettest months being April through August. Snowfall is moderate, usually ranging between 20 to 30 inches per year, while temperatures in the summertime can reach highs in the 90s. High winds are common throughout the year making Iowa City especially windy during springtime. The city also experiences frequent thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes in the summer months, so it pays to be prepared for severe weather conditions throughout the year.
Iowa City, Iowa gets 37 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Iowa City averages 27 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 199 sunny days per year in Iowa City. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Iowa City gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 98 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 85 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 13
Rain: averages 37 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 27 inches of snow a year