West Union, IA is known for its mild temperatures and diverse weather patterns. Summers are typically warm, with temperatures reaching the mid-80s on the hottest days. Winters tend to be cold, with temperatures often dropping below freezing overnight. The area experiences a mix of precipitation throughout the year, including rain, snow, and occasional ice storms. West Union also experiences short periods of extreme temperatures due to its inland location in the Midwest. While summers can be humid and winters can be frosty, overall the climate in West Union is relatively mild and pleasant year round.
West Union, Iowa gets 36 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
West Union averages 38 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 193 sunny days per year in West Union. The US average is 205 sunny days.
West Union gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 103 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 82 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 8
Rain: averages 36 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 38 inches of snow a year