Cresco, IA has a humid continental climate which is characterized by four distinct seasons. Summers are typically hot and humid with temperatures reaching up to 90掳F, while winters are cold and snowy with temperatures sometimes dropping below 0掳F. Spring and fall are transitions between the two seasons and can bring moderate weather but can also be unpredictable. Precipitation is fairly consistent throughout the year but snowfall increases in winter months. Overall, Cresco has a pleasant climate that is enjoyable for outdoor activities during warmer months.
Cresco, Iowa gets 36 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Cresco averages 40 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 181 sunny days per year in Cresco. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Cresco gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 103 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 82 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 6
Rain: averages 36 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 40 inches of snow a year