Weather & Climate in Hospers, IA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hospers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,349 feet.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,349 ft (411 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,783/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0719°N, 95.9037°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | O'Brien County County |
| Nearest Airport | Sioux Gateway/Brig General Bud Day Field (SUX) 52 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 16.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 96.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Feb 6, 1996 | 1 km N of Wausa, Nebraska | M3.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2021 | 4 km E of Rembrandt, Iowa | M2.7 | 71 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
652 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 6 fatalities, 172 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF5 | 82 km | 16.0 mi | 1 |
| Oct 4, 2013 | EF4 | 84 km | 24.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2011 | EF4 | 94 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 2010 | EF4 | 41 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF4 | 98 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 28, 1986 | EF4 | 97 km | 52.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 1952 | EF4 | 36 km | 24.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2011 | EF3 | 94 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2011 | EF3 | 88 km | 29.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 2004 | EF3 | 74 km | 6.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 1994 | EF3 | 45 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1994 | EF3 | 89 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1985 | EF3 | 93 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1980 | EF3 | 62 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1979 | EF3 | 73 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1978 | EF3 | 48 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 1977 | EF3 | 94 km | 14.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1971 | EF3 | 35 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1971 | EF3 | 17 km | 46.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1971 | EF3 | 58 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: DEWEYS PASTURE (641 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | DEWEYS PASTURE | 641 | 81 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.0 in |
Hospers has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 15°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.7").