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Current Weather in Melcher, IA

Updated: Sun Oct 18th 2026 11:15 PM CDT
Clear

49°F 10°C

Feels Like 46°F / 8°C

Melcher, IA  weather condition is Clear and 49°F.

Today's Weather in Melcher,IA

The current weather in Melcher IA as of 11:15 PM CDT on Sun Oct 18th 2026, has a sky condition of Clear with the visibility of 6 mile(s). It is 49 degrees fahrenheit but feels like 46 degrees with a forecasted high of 64 and low of 40. The barometric pressure is 30.29 - measured by inches of mercury - and is steady since its last observation. The humidity is 73 percent that's steady since the last report, with a dew point of 41 degrees fahrenheit which is falling. Wind direction is from the South at 7.8 miles per hour, gusting at 21.3 miles per hour. Sunrise was at 7:27 AM and Sunset was at 6:27 PM. The moon phase is a First Quarter moon rising at 3:06 PM with 58% illumination. Thank you for listening to the weather report from LocalConditions.com!

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  • Barometer 30.29 inHg. rising
  • Humidity 73% steady
  • Heat Index 49°F
  • Wind from S. 7.8 mph
  • Wind Gust 21.3 miles per hour
  • Wind Chill 46°F
  • UV Index 0
  • Dew Point 41°F falling
  • Visibility 6 mi.
  • Sunrise 7:27 AM
  • Sunset 6:27 PM
  • Moonrise 3:06 PM
  • Moonset Not Observable
  • Moon Phase First Quarter Moon 58%

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Hourly Forecast - Next 8 hours

10 Day Forecast

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 64°F and a low of 40°F. 4% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 16mph. The humidity will be on the higher side, reaching around 61%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 64° | Lo 40° 61% 4% 0% 15.7 mph

Overcast

Overcast with a high of 66°F and a low of 46°F. 10% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be light at 9mph at times. The humidity will be on the higher side, reaching around 64%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 66° | Lo 46° 64% 10% 0% 8.1 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 70°F and a low of 48°F. 4% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be light at 10mph at times. Humidity levels are comfortable, sitting around 59%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 70° | Lo 48° 59% 4% 0% 9.4 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 72°F and a low of 52°F. 4% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be light at 9mph at times. The humidity will be on the higher side, reaching around 61%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 72° | Lo 52° 61% 4% 0% 8.9 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 73°F and a low of 55°F. 4% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be light at 7mph at times. Humidity levels are comfortable, sitting around 58%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 73° | Lo 55° 58% 4% 0% 6.9 mph

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Hourly Temperature

 

The current temperature today is 49°F. The morning temperature of 40°F is lowest at 5am with the daytime high of 64°F at 4pm and a low around 49°F at 11pm is expected.

Hourly Barometric Pressure

 

The highest pressure today is 30.36inHg at 12am and lowest being 30.23inHg at 3pm.

Hourly Wind Speeds

 

The fastest wind is reported to be 15.7mph at 12pm, while the slowest is 7.8mph around 11pm; expect wind gusts peaking 30.9mph at 9am.

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Current National Weather

 

Coastal Impacts for Mid-Atlantic and Flash Flooding in South Florida - 10-18 to 10-20
Updated Sun Oct 18th 2026, 9:10am PDT

This weekend, a powerful storm system is forming along the Carolina coast, potentially causing coastal flooding and beach erosion for the Mid-Atlantic region. Meanwhile, folks in South Florida should be on alert for flash flooding due to heavy rain. In the Southwest, scattered showers and storms continue as moisture moves northward from Mexico. Lastly, the Pacific Northwest will see more rain as a new weather system approaches the coast.

Mid-Atlantic Coastal Concerns

From Sunday through Tuesday, a storm known as a 'Nor'easter' is developing near the North Carolina coast. This storm is expected to move further offshore but will still cause strong winds blowing from the ocean to the land. These winds may lead to coastal flooding and beach erosion in the Mid-Atlantic region. Residents along the coasts should be prepared for these conditions.

Flash Flooding in South Florida

In South Florida, a weather front will linger, resulting in continued showers and thunderstorms through Monday. On Sunday, slow-moving storms could dump a lot of rain in a short time, leading to localized flash flooding. Stay safe and avoid driving through flooded areas.

Rain in the Southwest

Moisture from northwestern Mexico is streaming into the Southwest, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms through Monday. How much rain you'll see depends on where the moisture moves. Expect typical daytime temperatures to return as the week progresses.

Rain in the Pacific Northwest

Looking further north, a weather system is moving in from the eastern Pacific, increasing the chances of rain along the coast. This will help moderate temperatures to more typical levels as the week begins.

This weather report is valid for ZIP code 50163, accurately covering the area of Melcher, IA.