Kossuth County Climate
Kossuth County, Iowa
Avg Annual Temp
44.9°F
Annual Precip
33.5"
Annual Snowfall
39.7"
Extreme Heat Days
10.55
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Kossuth County Weather
Kossuth's Frigid Northern Profile
Kossuth County is significantly colder than the national median with an annual average of 44.9°F. This northern region experiences long, harsh winters and relatively dry conditions.
One of Iowa's Coldest Counties
Kossuth sits 3.1 degrees below the Iowa state average of 48.0°F. It is also drier than most of the state, receiving 33.5 inches of precipitation compared to the 36.1-inch average.
Heavier Snow than Southern Peers
With 39.7 inches of annual snow, Kossuth is much snowier than Iowa's southern and central counties. It only sees 11 extreme heat days, fewer than any other county in this group.
Severe Winters and Mild Summers
Winters are intense with a 14.3°F January average and nearly 40 inches of snow. Summers are pleasant, averaging 69.4°F with very few days reaching the 90°F mark.
Winter Readiness is Essential
Heavy-duty snow removal equipment and winter tires are mandatory for the 39.7 inches of annual snowfall. High-efficiency heating systems are a priority for the 17.8°F winter 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.