Cherokee County Climate
Cherokee County, Iowa
Avg Annual Temp
46.7°F
Annual Precip
31.2"
Annual Snowfall
37.8"
Extreme Heat Days
16.7
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Cherokee County Weather
A typical humid continental climate in Cherokee
Cherokee County maintains an annual average temperature of 46.7°F, placing it well below the national median. This region is characterized by cold winters and warm, humid summers common in the upper Midwest.
Slightly cooler and drier than state norms
The county's 46.7°F average temperature sits below the Iowa state average of 48.0°F. Additionally, its 31.2 inches of annual precipitation is roughly 5 inches lower than the state average of 36.1 inches.
Drier conditions compared to eastern Iowa counties
Cherokee is notably drier than its eastern neighbors, receiving only 31.2 inches of total annual precipitation. However, it sees more extreme heat with 17 days above 90°F compared to more northern counties like Cerro Gordo.
Warm summer peaks and snowy winter stretches
July averages 73.2°F, supported by 17 days of extreme heat reaching at least 90°F. Winter brings a sharp contrast, with an average temperature of 20.2°F and 37.8 inches of annual snowfall.
Focus on summer cooling and moisture management
With 17 extreme heat days, reliable air conditioning is essential for summer comfort in Cherokee. Residents should also prepare for 37.8 inches of snow, though the overall lower precipitation means fewer heavy rain events than the state average.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.