West Fort Dodge, IA
Historical community (former settlement) in Webster County, Iowa
West Fort Dodge is a historical community (former settlement) in Webster County, Iowa. It is 2.7 miles NE of Fort Dodge, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 50501.
West Fort Dodge at a glance
- State
- Iowa
- County
- Webster County
- ZIP code
- 50501
- Nearest town
- Fort Dodge (2.7 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 42.4811, -94.2111
Weather in West Fort Dodge now
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West Fort Dodge weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of West Fort Dodge.
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What is the weather usually like in West Fort Dodge?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 83°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 7°F average low
- 35.1 inprecipitation per year · 891 mm
- 39.0 insnowfall per year · 99 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit West Fort Dodge: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station FT DODGE 5NNW, IA US (USC00132999), adjusted for the elevation of West Fort Dodge.
West Fort Dodge weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in West Fort Dodge through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:41 AM | 5:10 PM | 9 h 28 min |
| February | 7:11 AM | 5:50 PM | 10 h 38 min |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:24 PM | 11 h 57 min |
| April | 6:33 AM | 8:00 PM | 13 h 26 min |
| May | 5:53 AM | 8:33 PM | 14 h 40 min |
| June | 5:37 AM | 8:57 PM | 15 h 20 min |
| July | 5:51 AM | 8:54 PM | 15 h 2 min |
| August | 6:22 AM | 8:19 PM | 13 h 57 min |
| September | 6:55 AM | 7:28 PM | 12 h 32 min |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:36 PM | 11 h 7 min |
| November | 7:06 AM | 4:56 PM | 9 h 49 min |
| December | 7:37 AM | 4:46 PM | 9 h 8 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in West Fort Dodge?
West Fort Dodge has a hot-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 83°F (28°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 7°F (-14°C).
It gets about 35.1 inches (891 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is June and the driest is January. Snow is common: about 39 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit West Fort Dodge 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 West Fort Dodge
The closest live webcam is Roberts: D1 - US 20 @ MM 121.5 (US 169), 2.8 miles SE of West Fort Dodge.
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Questions about West Fort Dodge
Where is West Fort Dodge, IA?
West Fort Dodge is a historical community (former settlement) in Webster County, Iowa, 2.7 miles NE of Fort Dodge.
What county is West Fort Dodge in?
West Fort Dodge is in Webster County, Iowa.
What is the ZIP code of West Fort Dodge, IA?
The ZIP code for West Fort Dodge is 50501.
What is the nearest town to West Fort Dodge?
Fort Dodge, 2.7 miles away.
Are there webcams near West Fort Dodge?
Yes. The closest is Roberts: D1 - US 20 @ MM 121.5 (US 169), 2.8 miles away.
What is the hottest month in West Fort Dodge?
July, with an average high of 83°F (28°C).
What is the coldest month in West Fort Dodge?
January, with an average low of 7°F (-14°C).
How much does it rain in West Fort Dodge?
About 35.1 inches (891 mm) a year; the wettest month is June.
Does it snow in West Fort Dodge?
Yes, about 39 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit West Fort Dodge?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does West Fort Dodge have?
Hot-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfa).
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