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Spirit Lake, Iowa

City of Spirit Lake looking south from over Spirit Lake towards the city on the west shore of East Okoboji Lake. Photograph taken on October 9, 2006.

Living through the seasons

Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.

Overall Comfort
Moderate

2.4 / 5

Average Summer High
84°F

Mild · 84°F

Days Above 90°F
20 days/year

Excellent

Summer Feel
Very Good

4.1 / 5

Average Winter Low
11°F / -12°C

Poor

Days Below Freezing
162 days/year

Poor

Winter Feel
Poor

1 / 5

The shape of the year

Humidity, comfortable months, and sunshine show how the seasons differ.

Humidity
74%
Comfortable Months
5 months

Fair

Solar Exposure
1499 peak sun hrs/yr

Good

Air, allergies, and weather

Air quality and allergies shape day to day comfort. The best months and weather risks help with timing.

Air and allergies

Air Quality
Excellent

4.7 / 5

Allergy Levels
High

Poor

Current AQI

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Current PM2.5

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Timing and weather

Long Term Fine Particle Pollution
5.7 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Good · 5.7 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Best Months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Toughest Months
Feb, Jan, Dec
Heat Risk
Low

Very Good

Drought Risk
Low
Weather Volatility
Moderate

3.5 / 5

Sources

Climate comfort helps estimate how practical daily life may feel across the year, especially for heat, humidity, cold, and seasonal constraints.

Seasonal timing, health conditions, air conditioning, air quality, and elevation can change the lived experience.

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