West Union, IA
Historical community (former settlement) in Tama County, Iowa
West Union is a historical community (former settlement) in Tama County, Iowa. It is 0.9 miles W of Traer, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 50675.
West Union at a glance
- State
- Iowa
- County
- Tama County
- ZIP code
- 50675
- Nearest town
- Traer (0.9 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 42.1906, -92.4464
Weather in West Union now
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West Union weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of West Union.
This week in West Union
Sunrise, sunset and moon in West Union
What is the weather usually like in West Union?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 83°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 9°F average low
- 35.3 inprecipitation per year · 895 mm
- 32.8 insnowfall per year · 83 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit West Union: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station TOLEDO 3N, IA US (USC00138296), adjusted for the elevation of West Union.
West Union weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in West Union through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:34 AM | 5:04 PM | 9 h 30 min |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:43 PM | 10 h 39 min |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:17 PM | 11 h 57 min |
| April | 6:26 AM | 7:52 PM | 13 h 25 min |
| May | 5:46 AM | 8:25 PM | 14 h 38 min |
| June | 5:31 AM | 8:49 PM | 15 h 18 min |
| July | 5:45 AM | 8:46 PM | 15 h 0 min |
| August | 6:16 AM | 8:12 PM | 13 h 56 min |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:21 PM | 12 h 32 min |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:29 PM | 11 h 8 min |
| November | 6:58 AM | 4:49 PM | 9 h 50 min |
| December | 7:29 AM | 4:40 PM | 9 h 10 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in West Union?
West Union 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 9°F (-13°C).
It gets about 35.3 inches (895 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is June and the driest is January. Snow is common: about 33 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit West Union 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 Union
The closest live webcam is Irving: R57: US 30 & IA 21 Intersection, 17.3 miles SE of West Union.
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Questions about West Union
Where is West Union, IA?
West Union is a historical community (former settlement) in Tama County, Iowa, 0.9 miles W of Traer.
What county is West Union in?
West Union is in Tama County, Iowa.
What is the ZIP code of West Union, IA?
The ZIP code for West Union is 50675.
What is the nearest town to West Union?
Traer, 0.9 miles away.
Are there webcams near West Union?
Yes. The closest is Irving: R57: US 30 & IA 21 Intersection, 17.3 miles away.
What is the hottest month in West Union?
July, with an average high of 83°F (28°C).
What is the coldest month in West Union?
January, with an average low of 9°F (-13°C).
How much does it rain in West Union?
About 35.3 inches (895 mm) a year; the wettest month is June.
Does it snow in West Union?
Yes, about 33 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit West Union?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does West Union have?
Hot-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfa).
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