South Switch Junction, IA
Unincorporated community in Dubuque County, Iowa
South Switch Junction is a small unincorporated community in Dubuque County, Iowa. It is 1.8 miles NE of East Dubuque, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 52003.
South Switch Junction at a glance
- State
- Iowa
- County
- Dubuque County
- ZIP code
- 52003
- Nearest town
- East Dubuque (1.8 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 42.4714, -90.6500
Weather in South Switch Junction now
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South Switch Junction weather for the next 7 days
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What is the weather usually like in South Switch Junction?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 85°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 10°F average low
- 38.8 inprecipitation per year · 986 mm
- 36.1 insnowfall per year · 92 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit South Switch Junction: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station DUBUQUE L&D 11, IA US (USC00132364), adjusted for the elevation of South Switch Junction.
South Switch Junction weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in South Switch Junction through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 4:56 PM | 9 h 28 min |
| February | 6:57 AM | 5:36 PM | 10 h 38 min |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:10 PM | 11 h 57 min |
| April | 6:19 AM | 7:45 PM | 13 h 26 min |
| May | 5:38 AM | 8:19 PM | 14 h 40 min |
| June | 5:23 AM | 8:43 PM | 15 h 20 min |
| July | 5:37 AM | 8:39 PM | 15 h 2 min |
| August | 6:08 AM | 8:05 PM | 13 h 57 min |
| September | 6:41 AM | 7:13 PM | 12 h 32 min |
| October | 7:14 AM | 6:22 PM | 11 h 7 min |
| November | 6:52 AM | 4:41 PM | 9 h 49 min |
| December | 7:23 AM | 4:32 PM | 9 h 8 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in South Switch Junction?
South Switch Junction has a hot-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 85°F (29°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 10°F (-12°C).
It gets about 38.8 inches (986 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is June and the driest is January. Snow is common: about 36 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit South Switch Junction is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near South Switch Junction
The closest live webcam is Rockdale: DQ - US 20 @ MM 299.2 (Catfish Creek DMS - North), 1.1 miles SW of South Switch Junction.
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Questions about South Switch Junction
Where is South Switch Junction, IA?
South Switch Junction is an unincorporated community in Dubuque County, Iowa, 1.8 miles NE of East Dubuque.
What county is South Switch Junction in?
South Switch Junction is in Dubuque County, Iowa.
What is the ZIP code of South Switch Junction, IA?
The ZIP code for South Switch Junction is 52003.
What is the nearest town to South Switch Junction?
East Dubuque, 1.8 miles away.
Are there webcams near South Switch Junction?
Yes. The closest is Rockdale: DQ - US 20 @ MM 299.2 (Catfish Creek DMS - North), 1.1 miles away.
What is the hottest month in South Switch Junction?
July, with an average high of 85°F (29°C).
What is the coldest month in South Switch Junction?
January, with an average low of 10°F (-12°C).
How much does it rain in South Switch Junction?
About 38.8 inches (986 mm) a year; the wettest month is June.
Does it snow in South Switch Junction?
Yes, about 36 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit South Switch Junction?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does South Switch Junction have?
Hot-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfa).
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