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35°
Clear
Feels Like: 38°
Min: 24°
Max: 35°
The next few hours will be clear, with today reaching 35°C and dropping to 25°C. The coming days will be clear throughout the day.
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Sunrise
19:29
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12:45
Moonrise
22:05
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Weather in Ames today, September 16, 2026
Expect a mostly clear day in Ames on September 16, 2026, with sunshine dominating from morning through evening. Cloud should stay limited, so the overall feel remains bright and settled.
The temperature range runs from about 24°C up to 35°C. Moisture in the air spans 37%-57%, with the highest values around 22:00. A lighter breeze peaks around 18:00 near 4.6 km/h.
Expect a more open afternoon, with limited cloud around 8% by 17:00. Residual damp risk should be lower than earlier. Visibility stays near 16.1 km. Sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 19:29, giving 12 hours 8 minutes of sunlight today.
Taken together, settled sunshine in Ames on September 16, 2026 makes outdoor timing easier, with highs near 35°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Ames
How warm does it get in Ames?
The warmest month in Ames is July, with average high temperatures of 36°C. The average temperature during this period is around 30°C.
How cold does it get in Ames?
The coldest month in Ames is January, with average low temperatures of 4°C. The average temperature during this period is around 9°C.
What is the wettest time of year in Ames?
The wettest month in Ames is May, with an average of 153mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Ames?
The driest month in Ames is January, with an average of 48mm of precipitation.
