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

Today's forecast for Chelsea shows a high of 14 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly sunny, with a high near 14.

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

The 7-day forecast for Chelsea shows highs from 14 to 33 degrees and lows from -6 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 3 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Chelsea, IA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Chelsea this week. Precipitation chances: Saturday (70% chance), Tuesday (40% chance), Wednesday (30% chance).

How accurate is the Chelsea weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Chelsea 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.

Chelsea, IA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

Switch to Metric Units

11°F
Feels Like -2°F

Humidity 62% Dew Point 1°F Wind S 9 MPH Gusts 10 Barometer N/A

Solar Rad 268 w/m²

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 5.9 mi. ENE of central Chelsea
at 2:25 PM Thu, Dec 4, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

ThuDec 4

FriDec 5

SatDec 6

20%

SunDec 7

-6

MonDec 8

TueDec 9

WedDec 10

30%

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Significant warming trend with high temperatures climbing from 14°F to 33°F, reaching a high of 33°F. Some snow possible with at least 3 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 7°F below the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 33°F with lows around 16°F.

This Date in Weather History

1972 - Winds gusting to 70 mph sent the temperature at Livingston, MT, plunging from 52 degrees to 18 degrees in just twenty minutes.

Chelsea, IA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Thursday Dec 4

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 14. Wind chill values as low as -5. South wind 5 to 7 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a temperature rising to around 13 by 3am. Wind chill values as low as -10. South wind 7 to 9 mph.

Friday Dec 5

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 32. Wind chill values as low as zero. Southwest wind 7 to 9 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 15. West southwest wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm after midnight.

Saturday Dec 6

Day: A 20 percent chance of snow after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 25. Calm wind becoming east around 6 mph in the afternoon.

Night: Snow likely. Cloudy, with a low around 12. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Sunday Dec 7

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 19.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around -6.

Monday Dec 8

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 25.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 15.

Tuesday Dec 9

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33.

Night: A 40 percent chance of snow. Cloudy, with a low around 20.

Wednesday Dec 10

Day: A 30 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33.

About Chelsea, IA

Chelsea is a city in Tama County, Iowa, United States. The population was 229 at the 2020 census. The city is located in the Iowa River Valley and has suffered severe damage in several floods.

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