Weather & Climate in Miles, IA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Miles experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. The area receives 31.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 807 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 311/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0481°N, 90.3133°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Jackson County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dubuque Regional (DBQ) 32 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 36.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 15.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 75.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Jun 28, 2004 | 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois | M4.2 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Sep 2, 1999 | 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois | M3.5 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2024 | 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois | M3.1 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jun 10, 2013 | 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois | M2.6 | 149 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
626 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 8 fatalities, 246 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 9, 2015 | EF4 | 87 km | 30.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 13, 1990 | EF4 | 94 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1981 | EF4 | 51 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 56 km | 91.5 mi | 1 |
| May 9, 1995 | EF3 | 70 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1995 | EF3 | 94 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 1993 | EF3 | 45 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1992 | EF3 | 69 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 1990 | EF3 | 50 km | 15.5 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1988 | EF3 | 60 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1988 | EF3 | 51 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1979 | EF3 | 61 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1978 | EF3 | 95 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1974 | EF3 | 8 km | 10.6 mi | 1 |
| Jun 14, 1974 | EF3 | 80 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1974 | EF3 | 53 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 9, 1970 | EF3 | 58 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 1967 | EF3 | 61 km | 27.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 99 km | 24.9 mi | 0 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 23 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: COLD SPRINGS (552 acres, 2009).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2009 | COLD SPRINGS | 552 | 89 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in |
Miles has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 21°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.4").