Coon Rapids, IA has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. During the summer months, temperatures can reach up into the high 80s Fahrenheit while in the winter temperatures can sometimes dip below zero. The area generally experiences moderate precipitation throughout the year although it can be quite variable, from light amounts to heavy downpours. Snowfall is relatively common in the winter months, with an average of about 30 inches per year. Overall, Coon Rapids has a mild climate with four distinct seasons that provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities.
Coon Rapids, Iowa gets 35 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Coon Rapids averages 26 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 210 sunny days per year in Coon Rapids. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Coon Rapids gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 93 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 35 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 26 inches of snow a year