Iowa Golf Weather
Pick a city below for a 5-day golf-specific forecast — wind impact, dew point comfort, gusts, and tee-time breakdowns.
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Best weather window
September, June, August, May
Based on typical conditions near Omaha. This is a climate planning guide, not a forecast for every part of Iowa.
Iowa golf weather by month
Typical climate near Omaha, the largest golf-city cluster in Stymie's Iowa directory, paired with estimated course-season availability statewide.
| Month | Golf outlook | Typical temp | Est. dew point | Rain | Wind | Est. courses open* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Limited | 23°F | 18°F | 0.7" | 12 mph | 52 |
| February | Limited | 26°F | 20°F | 0.9" | 12 mph | 58 |
| March | Limited | 39°F | 31°F | 1.6" | 12 mph | 126 |
| April | Playable | 51°F | 41°F | 3.1" | 13 mph | 482 |
| May | Very good | 62°F | 52°F | 4.7" | 12 mph | 483 |
| June | Best | 73°F | 63°F | 4.7" | 10 mph | 483 |
| July | Playable | 78°F | 66°F | 2.9" | 9 mph | 483 |
| August | Very good | 75°F | 63°F | 4.1" | 9 mph | 483 |
| September | Best | 67°F | 56°F | 3.2" | 11 mph | 482 |
| October | Playable | 51°F | 41°F | 2.4" | 11 mph | 480 |
| November | Limited | 39°F | 31°F | 1.2" | 11 mph | 385 |
| December | Limited | 26°F | 21°F | 1.3" | 11 mph | 67 |
Climate values are NASA POWER 2001–2020 climatology at a representative golf-city point; dew point is estimated from typical temperature and relative humidity. Method and source. *Estimated open uses the published-course monthly open rate across Iowa's eligible course directory.
Top Iowa golf cities — pick one for the local forecast
Omaha
Forecast · 26 courses
Sioux City
Forecast · 9 courses
Des Moines
Forecast · 9 courses
Cedar Rapids
Forecast · 8 courses
Waterloo
Forecast · 8 courses
Ames
Forecast · 7 courses
Davenport
Forecast · 6 courses
Council Bluffs
Forecast · 6 courses
West Des Moines
Forecast · 5 courses
Oelwein
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Fort Dodge
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Ankeny
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Iowa golf weather — frequently asked
When is the best time to play golf in Iowa?
September, June, August, May score highest in Stymie's 12-month planning model near Omaha. The model combines NASA POWER typical temperature, estimated dew point, precipitation, and wind; conditions vary across Iowa, so use the city forecast before booking.
What dew point is comfortable for golf in Iowa?
Dew points under 60°F are generally comfortable for golf. Below 50°F feels dry and crisp. Above 70°F, wet grips, heat stress, and dehydration matter more, although humid air itself is slightly less dense and does not make the ball fly shorter.
How does altitude affect golf in Iowa?
Most Iowa courses sit at low elevation, so altitude doesn't meaningfully change ball flight. Pick a city below for the local forecast and conditions.
Where can I check weather for a specific Iowa golf course?
Open the course on Stymie's directory and use the weather card on the right side of the course page — it links to a course-specific forecast at /weather?course={course-slug}. Or pick a city below for an area-wide read.