Weather & Climate in Denmark, IA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Denmark experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. The area receives 18.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 672 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 672 ft (205 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 445/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7343°N, 91.3384°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lee County County |
| Nearest Airport | Southeast Iowa Regional (BRL) 12 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 63.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 43.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 84.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 146 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
515 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 397 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF4 | 86 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 97 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 17 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 4, 2023 | EF3 | 97 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 91 km | 26.1 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 56 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 2007 | EF3 | 61 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF3 | 91 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF3 | 44 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1998 | EF3 | 69 km | 47.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1981 | EF3 | 82 km | 8.8 mi | 1 |
| Aug 15, 1978 | EF3 | 76 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1975 | EF3 | 99 km | 14.0 mi | 2 |
| Jul 23, 1975 | EF3 | 88 km | 11.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1975 | EF3 | 92 km | 6.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1974 | EF3 | 91 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 53 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 1973 | EF3 | 66 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1973 | EF3 | 48 km | 3.6 mi | 2 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 69 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
5 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 3 (1,206 acres, 1999).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1999 | UNIT 3 | 1,206 | 47 km |
| 2002 | HSB 03 2 | 1,130 | 47 km |
| 2000 | DESTRUST A | 756 | 48 km |
| 2006 | HSB 003 | 674 | 46 km |
| 2004 | HSB 009 | 608 | 47 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in |
Denmark has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 24°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.8").