Pocahontas County Climate
Pocahontas County, Iowa
Avg Annual Temp
46.9°F
Annual Precip
32.8"
Annual Snowfall
38.8"
Extreme Heat Days
17.6
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Pocahontas County Weather
High Snowfall and Cool Annual Temps
Pocahontas County averages 46.9°F annually, falling below the national median in a classic humid continental zone. The county is notable for receiving 38.8 inches of snow, which is high by national standards.
Leading the Region in Winter Snow
With 38.8 inches of snow annually, Pocahontas County is one of the snowier spots in Iowa. Its 46.9°F average temperature makes it roughly 1.1 degrees cooler than the state average.
Snowier Than Its Western Neighbors
Pocahontas County records 38.8 inches of snow, which is 5 inches more than Plymouth County to the west. It shares nearly identical annual temperatures with its neighbors, despite the difference in winter accumulation.
Severe Winters and Brief Heat Waves
The county faces a cold winter average of 20.0°F, with January being the coldest point at 16.6°F. Summer offers a July average of 73.4°F, though residents must still navigate 18 days of extreme heat.
Prepare for Significant Snow Removal
Reliable snow removal service or high-end equipment is a must for the 38.8 inches of annual snow. Residents should also winterize homes early to prepare for the 16.6°F January lows.
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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.