Belle Plaine, IA has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, while temperatures in the winter dip to an average of 23 degrees Fahrenheit. Precipitation is generally moderate throughout the year, with around 28 inches falling annually. Snowfall is also common during the winter months due to its location in the Midwest. Overall, Belle Plaine has an enjoyable climate that is great for outdoor activities during all four seasons.
Belle Plaine, Iowa gets 37 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Belle Plaine averages 30 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 188 sunny days per year in Belle Plaine. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Belle Plaine gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 101 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 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 10
Rain: averages 37 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 30 inches of snow a year