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Question: How's the seasonal weather in Ames?

Answer: Ames Seasonal temperature break down - The average median temperature March through May is approximately 48°F with highs averaging at 55°F and lows averaging at 40°F. June through August has an approximate average median temperature of 74°F with highs averaging at 81°F, lows typically average at 65°F. Average median temperatures September through November average out at 52°F, high temperatures average out at 59°F and lows average at 43°F. The average median temperature December through February is approximately 27°F with highs averaging at 33°F, lows average out at 19°F. The average Ames annual median temperature averages out at approximately 50°F. The coldest month in Ames is January with a median temperature of 23°F, the average high for the month of January is 29°F with an average low of 15°F. The hottest month in Ames is July with an approximate median temperature of 78°F, the average high for the month of July is 85°F with an average low of 69°F.

Question: What type of clothing should I pack for my trip to Ames?

Answer: If you plan on traveling to Ames from March through May you will want to pack a couple of lightweight long sleeve shirts and lightweight jeans or pants. You will also want to think about packing a lightweight jacket or a lightweight sweater for the cooler days or nights. Those of you who will be traveling to Ames from June through August should think about packing some short sleeve shirts and shorts. You may also want to pack a tank top as it can sometimes get pretty hot during the day. You should also consider packing a lightweight long sleeve shirt and jeans as there's a possibility you can run into a cooler night. Folks that will be traveling to Ames September through November may want to consider packing a couple of long sleeve shirts and jeans, you will also want to consider packing a lightweight jacket. Those of you that will be traveling to Ames from December through February will want to pack a number of heavy sweaters, long sleeve shirts, jeans, gloves, a heavy jacket, ear muffs will also be a good idea.