Watkins, IA has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. Summers in the area are generally warm and humid with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the low 90s and occasional heat waves. Winters in Watkins are usually snowy and cold with temperatures ranging from the teens to lower 30s. Precipitation is moderate throughout the year, with most of it coming during spring and summer months. Overall, Watkins' climate can be described as mild yet unpredictable, which makes it a great place for outdoor activities all year round.
Watkins, Iowa gets 35 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Watkins averages 27 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 191 sunny days per year in Watkins. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Watkins 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 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 11
Rain: averages 35 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 27 inches of snow a year