Van Meter, IA has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer months is around 75°F (23.9°C) while the average winter temperature is around 20°F (-6.7°C). Precipitation in Van Meter is spread out throughout the year, with an average of around 34 inches (86 cm). Winters are generally snowier than other parts of Iowa due to its higher elevation. Snowfall averages over 25 inches (64 cm) each year, providing plenty of opportunities for snow-related activities. Summer days can be quite hot and humid, with temperatures occasionally reaching into the 90s °F (32+°C).
Van Meter, Iowa gets 36 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Van Meter averages 31 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 201 sunny days per year in Van Meter. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Van Meter gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 102 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 12
Rain: averages 36 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 31 inches of snow a year