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

Today's forecast for Shellsburg shows a low of 17 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 17.

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

The 7-day forecast for Shellsburg shows highs from 2 to 42 degrees and lows from -12 to 27 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 2 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Shellsburg, IA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Shellsburg this week. Precipitation chances: Friday (50% chance), Saturday (80% chance).

How accurate is the Shellsburg weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Shellsburg 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.

Shellsburg, IA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

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19°F
Feels Like 19°F

Humidity 95% Dew Point 18°F Wind Calm Barometer 29.99 in.

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 0 mi. NW of central Shellsburg
at 3:37 AM Fri, Dec 12, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

ThuDec 11

FriDec 12

30%

SatDec 13

80%

-12

SunDec 14

-9

MonDec 15

TueDec 16

WedDec 17

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures dip from 25°F to a low of 2°F mid-week, then warm to 42°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 8°F below the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 33°F with lows around 17°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.

Shellsburg, IA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Thursday Dec 11

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 17. North wind around 5 mph.

Friday Dec 12

Day: A 30 percent chance of snow or flurries between 1pm and 2pm. Cloudy, with a high near 25. North wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.

Night: A 50 percent chance of snow after 4am. Cloudy, with a low around 2. Wind chill values as low as -15. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Saturday Dec 13

Day: Snow, mainly before noon. High near 6. Wind chill values as low as -15. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around -12.

Sunday Dec 14

Day: Sunny and cold, with a high near 2.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around -9.

Monday Dec 15

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 27.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 12.

Tuesday Dec 16

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 37.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27.

Wednesday Dec 17

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 42.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 38.

About Shellsburg, IA

Shellsburg is a city in Benton County, Iowa, United States. The population was 961 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.

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