What is today's weather forecast for Athelstan, IA?

Today's forecast for Athelstan shows a high of 33 degrees and a low of 13 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Athelstan, IA?

The 7-day forecast for Athelstan shows highs from 16 to 53 degrees and lows from -1 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 2 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Athelstan, IA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Athelstan this week. Precipitation chances: Friday (20% chance), Saturday (50% chance).

How accurate is the Athelstan weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Athelstan forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Athelstan, IA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

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23°F
Feels Like 23°F

Humidity 92% Dew Point 21°F Wind NNE 1 MPH Gusts 4 Barometer 30.2 in.

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 4.7 mi. NE of central Athelstan
at 7:15 AM Fri, Dec 12, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

FriDec 12

SatDec 13

50%

-1

SunDec 14

MonDec 15

TueDec 16

WedDec 17

ThuDec 18

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures dip from 33°F to a low of 16°F mid-week, then warm to 53°F. Some snow possible with at least 2 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 2°F above the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 37°F with lows around 18°F.

This Date in Weather History

1969 - The worst tornado of record for western Washington State tracked south of Seattle, traveling five miles, from Des Moines to Kent. The tornado, 50 to 200 yards in width, began as a waterspout over Puget Sound. One person was injured and the tornado caused half a million dollars damage.

Athelstan, IA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Friday Dec 12

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33. North northwest wind 6 to 10 mph.

Night: A 20 percent chance of snow after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 13. North northwest wind 5 to 7 mph.

Saturday Dec 13

Day: A 50 percent chance of snow before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a temperature rising to near 16 by 10am, then falling to around 11 during the remainder of the day. Wind chill values as low as zero. East northeast wind 6 to 10 mph. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around -1. Wind chill values as low as -10. North northwest wind 5 to 8 mph.

Sunday Dec 14

Day: Sunny, with a high near 16. Calm wind becoming south southeast around 6 mph in the afternoon.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 10.

Monday Dec 15

Day: Sunny, with a high near 41.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 23.

Tuesday Dec 16

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 48.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 30.

Wednesday Dec 17

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 53.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 44.

About Athelstan, IA

Athelstan is a census-designated place in Taylor County, Iowa, United States, along the Platte River, on the border with Missouri; it is majority owned by the Young family. The population was 6 at the 2020 census.

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