Weather & Climate in Manilla, IA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Manilla experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. The area receives 34.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,320 feet.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,320 ft (402 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 718/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8926°N, 95.2345°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Shelby County County |
| Nearest Airport | Eppley Airfield (OMA) 53 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 22.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 87.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| 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
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Jul 16, 2004 | 6 km SSE of Riverton, Iowa | M3.5 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2021 | 4 km E of Rembrandt, Iowa | M2.7 | 104 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
543 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 15 fatalities, 360 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 27, 1953 | EF5 | 66 km | 0.1 mi | 1 |
| Oct 4, 2013 | EF4 | 87 km | 24.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2011 | EF4 | 98 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1995 | EF4 | 34 km | 36.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1995 | EF4 | 50 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 28, 1979 | EF4 | 97 km | 14.9 mi | 3 |
| Jun 26, 1976 | EF4 | 58 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1965 | EF4 | 78 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1959 | EF4 | 67 km | 41.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1954 | EF4 | 61 km | 9.9 mi | 1 |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF3 | 89 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF3 | 90 km | 19.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF3 | 71 km | 40.3 mi | 1 |
| Jul 14, 2021 | EF3 | 55 km | 10.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2011 | EF3 | 70 km | 29.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2011 | EF3 | 52 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2011 | EF3 | 57 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 2008 | EF3 | 74 km | 14.2 mi | 4 |
| May 16, 1999 | EF3 | 62 km | 7.5 mi | 2 |
| May 16, 1999 | EF3 | 62 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,195 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 4,195 | 69 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 629 | 75 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.2 in |
Manilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 19°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (0.7").