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

Today's forecast for Richards shows a high of 59 degrees and a low of 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59.

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

The 7-day forecast for Richards shows highs from 54 to 66 degrees and lows from 34 to 46 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 3 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Richards, IA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Richards this week. Precipitation chances: Sunday (20% chance), Monday (71% chance), Tuesday (63% chance).

How accurate is the Richards weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Richards 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.

Richards, IA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

46°F
Feels Like 46°F

Humidity 84% Dew Point 42°F Wind ESE 1 MPH Gusts 1 Barometer 30.4 in.772.2 mm

Solar Rad 0 w/m2 UV Index 0

Report from a personal weather station 7.5 miles N of central Richards
at 6:38 AM Sat, Oct 25, 2025

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

46°F
Feels Like 46°F

Humidity 84% Dew Point 42°F Wind ESE 1 MPH Gusts 1 Barometer 30.4 in.772.2 mm

Solar Rad 0 w/m2 UV Index 0

Report from a personal weather station 7.5 miles N of central Richards
at 6:38 AM Sat, Oct 25, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

SatOct 25

59°

45°

SunOct 26

66°

46°

MonOct 27

50%

57°

42°

TueOct 28

60%

54°

38°

WedOct 29

20%

56°

34°

ThuOct 30

58°

36°

FriOct 31

56°

34°

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures remain relatively stable through the week, ranging from 54°F to 66°F. Some rain possible with at least 3 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 4°F below the historical average for October. Normal highs for this period are around 62°F with lows around 38°F.

This Date in Weather History

1987 - A storm system moving across the Saint Lawrence Valley produced 40 to 50 mph winds east of Lake Ontario. High winds downed some trees around Watertown NY, and produced waves seven feet high between Henderson Harbor and Alexandria Bay. Mason City IA and Waterloo IA tied for honors as cold spot in the nation with record lows for the date of 19 degrees. Severe thunderstorms in Oklahoma and northern Texas produced golf ball size hail and wind gusts to 65 mph.

Richards 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Saturday Oct 25

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. Southeast wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. Southeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Sunday Oct 26

Day: Mostly sunny. High near 66, with temperatures falling to around 64 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Night: A slight chance of rain showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46. Southeast wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Monday Oct 27

Day: A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 57. Southeast wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Night: Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.