Vacation in Kossuth County - Iowa
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Area Overview
Kossuth County is in the north central part of Iowa. Algona is the county seat with population of just under 6,000. We have a diverse business community with great retail, industry, manufacturing, restaurants, motels, Bed & Breakfast, etc.
Algona has many city parks and outdoor recreational area. Our Senior Citizens center offers a variety of social activities. There are many activities available throughout the year - both on weekdays and on weekends - due to the many service club projects, school and church groups, etc. We have a YMCA with programming for all ages. Our area has something to offer people of all ages.
Includes Cities/Towns: Algona, Bancroft, Burt, Lakota, Ledyard, Swea City, Titonka, Whittemore.
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Things to Do |
Recreation & Fitness
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We have a walking/biking trail. Our State Park offers hiking areas. Algona is a certified Blue Zone community and there are many activities available now and more planned for the future to tie in to that designation. We have a POW Museum, Nativity Scene (constructed by German POW's and donated to the Algona community) and the Kossuth County Agriculture & Motorsports Museum.
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Cultural Activities
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We have an arts council and a charitable trust that bring concerts/plays to our area.
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Attractions
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We have a walking/biking trail. Our State Park offers hiking areas. Algona is a certified Blue Zone community and there are many activities available now and more planned for the future to tie in to that designation. We have a POW Museum, Nativity Scene (constructed by German POW's and donated to the Algona community) and the Kossuth County Agriculture & Motorsports Museum.
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Climate |
Monthly Temperatures / Rainfall
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Low
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Avg
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High
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Rain |
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January
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5.0
F°
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14.5
F°
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24.0
F°
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0.8
"
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February
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10.0
F°
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19.5
F°
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29.0
F°
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0.8
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March
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22.0
F°
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31.7
F°
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41.4
F°
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1.9
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April
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33.6
F°
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45.8
F°
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57.9
F°
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3.3
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May
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46.5
F°
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58.2
F°
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69.9
F°
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4.0
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June
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57.1
F°
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68.3
F°
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79.5
F°
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5.0
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July
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61.1
F°
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71.8
F°
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82.5
F°
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4.4
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August
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58.5
F°
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69.2
F°
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79.9
F°
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3.9
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September
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48.6
F°
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60.8
F°
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73.0
F°
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3.1
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October
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36.0
F°
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47.9
F°
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59.9
F°
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2.3
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November
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23.0
F°
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32.9
F°
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42.9
F°
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1.6
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December
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10.0
F°
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18.5
F°
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27.0
F°
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1.0
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Best Time To Go:
Summer and fall.
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We enjoy the changes of 4 seasons. Spring typically arrives in early April - day time temps in the 50's and 60's. Summer weather begins around late May - early June, with day time temps in the high 70's and 80's. We have a lot of 90+ degree days in July and August with high humidity. Changing colors for the fall season start around mid-late September. Cooler days - 60's - 70's through October, dropping to 40's and 50's in early November. Winter weather begins mid-late November.
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4 hotels, 1 Bed & Breakfast, camping
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Additional Information
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