Weather forecast for today
Ames, IA

Weather forecast for today

Tuesday, Jun 17.

PM Thunderstorms
5:36 am

8:54 pm
CDT
PM Thunderstorms
81°F / 64°F
  • Wind: 9mph SW
  • Humidity: 74%
  • Precip. probability: 49%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • UV index: 6
Today, on Tuesday, June 17, rumbles of thunder are possible along with moderate rain in the afternoon.
Minimal precipitation is expected. The temperature will vary between a maximum of a moderately hot 80.6°F and a minimum of an enjoyable 64.4°F.
The maximum heat index, which indicates how humid air affects the felt temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F.
The maximum temperature will align with June's usual high of 79.2°F.
Sunrise will be at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:54 pm; the daylight will last for 15h and 18min.

Current condition

Clear
1:40 am CDT
Clear
  • 70°F
  • Feels like: 70°F
  • Wind: 9mph SW
  • Humidity: 82%
  • Dewpoint: 63°F
  • Pressure: 29.79"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
  • UV index: 0
At the moment, in Ames, skies are clear and bright, offering ideal outdoor conditions.
The temperature is a delightful 69.8°F. The current temperature is relatively far from the maximum of 80.6°F predicted for today.

Weather radar - Ames, IA

Doppler radar displays precipitation for the past 2h and forecasts the next 30min

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in Ames now?
The temperature at 1:40 am CDT in Ames is 69.8°F.
What is the weather forecast for Ames for today?
On Tuesday, thunderstorms and rainy conditions are forecasted for the afternoon.
Will it rain today in Ames?
Today, there is a low chance of minimal precipitation in Ames.
What will be the highest temperature in Ames today?
Today, the highest temperature will be 80.6°F, while the lowest temperature will be 64.4°F. The maximum heat index, which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is assessed at 84.2°F.
The highest temperature will be in line with the average maximum of 79.2°F in June. The lowest temperature will be also in line with the average low of 62.2°F.
What time are sunrise and sunset today?
On Tuesday, in Ames, sunrise will be at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:54 pm (CDT).
How many hours of daylight will Ames have today?
In Ames, the length of the day today will be 15h and 18min.

Hourly weather forecast

2 am
  • 70°F
  • Feels like:
    70°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 9mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 83%
  • Precip. probability: 6%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
4 am
  • 68°F
  • Feels like:
    68°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 6mph WSW
  • Pressure: 29.77"Hg
  • Humidity: 83%
  • Precip. probability: 3%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
Sunrise: 5:36 am
6 am
  • 66°F
  • Feels like:
    66°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 2mph WSW
  • Pressure: 29.77"Hg
  • Humidity: 91%
  • Precip. probability: 4%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
8 am
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 4mph W
  • Pressure: 29.77"Hg
  • Humidity: 82%
  • Precip. probability: 4%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
10 am
  • 77°F
  • Feels like:
    81°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 5mph NW
  • Pressure: 29.77"Hg
  • Humidity: 72%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
12 pm
  • 81°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 4mph S
  • Pressure: 29.77"Hg
  • Humidity: 66%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
2 pm
  • 81°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 6mph S
  • Pressure: 29.74"Hg
  • Humidity: 69%
  • Precip. probability: 35%
  • Precipitation: 0.12"
  • Visibility: 7mi
4 pm
  • 77°F
  • Feels like:
    81°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 8mph SW
  • Pressure: 29.71"Hg
  • Humidity: 73%
  • Precip. probability: 46%
  • Precipitation: 0.16"
  • Visibility: 7mi
6 pm
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    79°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 6mph WSW
  • Pressure: 29.71"Hg
  • Humidity: 78%
  • Precip. probability: 44%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
8 pm
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    73°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 6mph N
  • Pressure: 29.71"Hg
  • Humidity: 85%
  • Precip. probability: 46%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
Sunset: 8:54 pm
10 pm
  • 70°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 4mph ENE
  • Pressure: 29.71"Hg
  • Humidity: 90%
  • Precip. probability: 17%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
Today, in Ames, a combination of cloudy, lightning-active and rainy weather is anticipated.
Rainfall is forecasted from 2 pm to 9 pm. With moderate precipitation of 0.16", most rainfall is expected at 4 pm.
The temperature will be between a minimum of 66.2°F and a maximum of 80.6°F. The warmest part of the day will be from noon to 2 pm.
The maximum temperature will be comparable to June's average highest temperature of 79.2°F. The night temperature will be also alike with the standard June low of 62.2°F.
Updated: Jun 17, 2025 @ 06:40:26 UTC
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Ames, Iowa, USA

  • en: Ames, Iowa, USA
  • es: Ames, Iowa, EE.UU.
  • hr: Ejms, Ajova, SAD
  • sr: Ejms, Ajova, SAD
  • zh: 艾姆斯, 爱荷华州, 美国
  • Latitude: 42.030781°
  • Longitude: -93.631913°
  • Elevation: 899 ft
  • Current time: 1:40am CDT
  • Sunrise: 5:36 am CDT
  • Sunset: 8:54 pm CDT
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
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