The climate in 50261 Van Meter, IA is generally mild throughout the year, with average temperatures ranging from 27°F (-3°C) in the winter to 82°F (28°C) in the summer. The area usually experiences cold winters with occasional snowfall and hot summers with moderate humidity levels and frequent thunderstorms. Precipitation is abundant all year round, averaging around 2-4 inches of rainfall each month. Winters are typically dry, but spring and summer months often bring heavy rain showers that provide ample water for local vegetation and crops.
Van Meter (zip 50261), Iowa gets 36 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Van Meter (zip 50261) averages 31 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 202 sunny days per year in Van Meter (zip 50261). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Van Meter (zip 50261) 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