Weather & Climate in Letts, IA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Letts experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. The area receives 31.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 652 feet.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-6°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 652 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 670/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3300°N, 91.2354°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Louisa County County |
| Nearest Airport | Southeast Iowa Regional (BRL) 38 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 17.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 13.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 58.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
642 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 8 fatalities, 265 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF4 | 66 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 84 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 12, 1974 | EF4 | 91 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 63 km | 91.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 30, 1954 | EF4 | 96 km | 80.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 97 km | 26.1 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 98 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 2007 | EF3 | 8 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2004 | EF3 | 94 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1998 | EF3 | 42 km | 47.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1995 | EF3 | 41 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1992 | EF3 | 95 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 1990 | EF3 | 85 km | 15.5 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1988 | EF3 | 60 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1978 | EF3 | 39 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1974 | EF3 | 48 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1974 | EF3 | 62 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1971 | EF3 | 91 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1971 | EF3 | 95 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 69 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
6 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 3 (1,206 acres, 1999).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1999 | UNIT 3 | 1,206 | 27 km |
| 2002 | HSB 03 2 | 1,130 | 26 km |
| 2000 | DESTRUST A | 756 | 26 km |
| 2011 | ACE AUTO | 676 | 91 km |
| 2006 | HSB 003 | 674 | 27 km |
| 2004 | HSB 009 | 608 | 26 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-6°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in |
Letts has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 20°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.2").