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Current Weather in West Branch, IA

Updated: Tue Oct 20th 2026 9:15 PM CDT
Clear

55°F 13°C

Feels Like 50°F / 10°C

West Branch, IA  weather condition is Clear and 55°F.

Today's Weather in West Branch,IA

The current weather in West Branch IA as of 9:15 PM CDT on Tue Oct 20th 2026, has a sky condition of Clear with the visibility of 6 mile(s). It is 55 degrees fahrenheit but feels like 50 degrees with a forecasted high of 67 and low of 47. The barometric pressure is 30.26 - measured by inches of mercury - and is steady since its last observation. The humidity is 62 percent that's rising since the last report, with a dew point of 42 degrees fahrenheit which is falling. Wind direction is from the Southeast at 6.9 miles per hour, gusting at 7 miles per hour. Sunrise was at 7:23 AM and Sunset was at 6:16 PM. The moon phase is a Waxing Gibbous moon rising at 3:50 PM with 77% illumination. Thank you for listening to the weather report from LocalConditions.com!

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  • Barometer 30.26 inHg. falling
  • Humidity 62% rising
  • Heat Index 55°F
  • Wind from SE. 6.9 mph
  • Wind Gust 7 miles per hour
  • Wind Chill 53°F
  • UV Index 0
  • Dew Point 42°F falling
  • Visibility 6 mi.
  • Sunrise 7:23 AM
  • Sunset 6:16 PM
  • Moonrise 3:50 PM
  • Moonset 1:38 AM
  • Moon Phase Waxing Gibbous Moon 77%

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Hourly Forecast - Next 8 hours

10 Day Forecast

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 67°F and a low of 47°F. 3% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be light at 8mph at times. Humidity levels are comfortable, sitting around 57%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 67° | Lo 47° 57% 3% 0% 7.8 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 70°F and a low of 50°F. 4% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be light at 7mph at times. The humidity will be on the higher side, reaching around 64%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 70° | Lo 50° 64% 4% 0% 6.9 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 70°F and a low of 54°F. 5% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be light at 7mph at times. The humidity will be on the higher side, reaching around 67%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 70° | Lo 54° 67% 5% 0% 6.7 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 71°F and a low of 53°F. 7% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 12mph. The humidity will be on the higher side, reaching around 66%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 71° | Lo 53° 66% 7% 0% 11.9 mph

Overcast

Overcast with a high of 70°F and a low of 56°F. 13% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 15mph. Humidity levels are comfortable, sitting around 59%.

Temperature Humidity Rainfall Snow Wind
Hi 70° | Lo 56° 59% 13% 0% 14.5 mph

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Hourly Temperature

 

The current temperature today is 55°F. The morning temperature of 47°F is lowest at 7am with the daytime high of 67°F at 3pm and a low around 53°F at 11pm is expected.

Hourly Barometric Pressure

 

The highest pressure today is 30.37inHg at 9am and lowest being 30.25inHg at 5pm.

Hourly Wind Speeds

 

The fastest wind is reported to be 7.8mph at 2pm, while the slowest is 4.7mph around 1am; expect wind gusts peaking 17.2mph at 7am.

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Current National Weather

 

Nor'easter Hits Mid-Atlantic and Rainfall Returns to the Southwest 10-20 to 10-22
Updated Tue Oct 20th 2026, 8:19am PDT

A strong Nor'easter is impacting the Mid-Atlantic Coast this week. Starting today through Thursday, areas from southern New Jersey to the North Carolina Coast will face strong winds over 40 mph, coastal flooding, and rough seas. Be cautious if you're near the coast, especially at high tide.

Rainy Days in the Southwest

Get ready for wet weather in the Southwest and Four Corners region starting Wednesday. Tropical moisture is moving north, bringing a chance for heavy rain. From Central/Southern California to southern Utah/Colorado and much of Arizona/New Mexico, there's a 15% chance of excessive rainfall, meaning even more rain than usual for this time of year. This rain is due to tropical moisture and a low-pressure system moving in.

Temperature Changes Across the U.S.

In the Western U.S., expect cooler than normal temperatures because of the weather pattern. Meanwhile, Central U.S. will enjoy warm weather, with temperatures above average. The East will have average to slightly cooler temperatures, thanks to the Nor'easter.

This weather report is valid for ZIP code 52358, accurately covering the area of West Branch, IA.