Muscatine County Climate

Muscatine County, Iowa

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec50.3°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

50.3°F

Annual Precip

39.1"

Annual Snowfall

26.4"

Extreme Heat Days

19.85

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
1.5"
1.7"
2.5"
3.7"
5.0"
5.4"
4.3"
4.1"
3.7"
3.0"
2.2"
2.0"
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring39°62°11.2"Summer71°75°13.9"Fall40°66°8.9"Winter22°28°5.2"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 32% of US counties
Wetter than 43% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 81% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Muscatine County Weather

Wet and Temperate for Iowa

Muscatine County averages 50.3°F annually, which is cooler than the national median but high for the state. It is relatively wet, receiving 39.1 inches of precipitation.

Warmer and Wetter Than Average

The county is 2.3 degrees warmer than the 48.0°F Iowa state average. It also exceeds the state average precipitation by 3 inches per year.

Damp and Mild Regionally

Muscatine is much wetter than Monona County and warmer than Mitchell County. Its 26.4 inches of snow is lower than most northern Iowa neighbors.

Twenty Days of Extreme Heat

Summer temperatures peak at a July average of 74.5°F with 20 days over 90°F. Winters feature a 25.6°F average and 26.4 inches of snowfall.

Manage the High Humidity

The 39.1 inches of precipitation and warm summers mean residents should plan for humidity and moisture control. Winter preparation is less about snow and more about the 22.2°F January lows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Muscatine County?
The average annual temperature in Muscatine County, IA is 50.3°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Muscatine County get?
Muscatine County receives an average of 39.1 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Muscatine County?
Yes, Muscatine County receives an average of 26.4 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Muscatine County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Muscatine County is 72.7°F. The county experiences an average of 19.85 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Muscatine County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Muscatine County is 25.6°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 22.2°F.

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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.

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