Question 1

How much rain did Pierson, IA 51048 get in the last 24 hours?

Accepted Answer

Precip measured 0.03" of rain in Pierson, IA 51048 over the last 24 hours (full day Sat, Oct 31: 0.02"). Totals come from Precip's radar-based virtual rain gauge and update hourly.

Question 2

What is the year-to-date rainfall total for Pierson, IA 51048 in 2026?

Accepted Answer

So far in 2026, Pierson, IA 51048 has received 24.85" of precipitation according to Precip, compared to the 30-year normal to date of 27.88" (10.9% below average). Recent monthly totals: July: 2.59" (normal 3.48"); August: 2.10" (normal 3.78"); September: 8.74" (normal 3.05"); October: 1.51" (normal 2.32").

Question 3

How much rain did Pierson, IA 51048 get in the past 7 days?

Accepted Answer

Precip measured 0.50" of rain in Pierson, IA 51048 over the past 7 days.

Question 4

When did it last rain in Pierson, IA 51048?

Accepted Answer

The most recent rain event in Pierson, IA 51048 ended 5 days ago, dropping 0.47" as measured by Precip.

Question 5

How are rainfall totals for Pierson, IA 51048 measured?

Accepted Answer

Precip combines Doppler radar, satellite imagery, and ground station data with AI to measure rainfall for any point — a virtual rain gauge for Pierson, IA 51048 accurate to roughly 800 meters and updated every hour.

Month	2026 Total	30-Yr Normal	vs. Normal
January	0.35"	0.69"	−0.34" (−49%)
February	0.00"	0.85"	−0.85" (−100%)
March	1.67"	1.58"	+0.09" (+6%)
April	3.25"	3.14"	+0.11" (+4%)
May	2.56"	4.38"	−1.82" (−42%)
June	2.09"	4.61"	−2.52" (−55%)
July	2.59"	3.48"	−0.90" (−26%)
August	2.10"	3.78"	−1.68" (−44%)
September	8.74"	3.05"	+5.69" (+187%)
October	1.51"	2.32"	−0.81" (−35%)
2026 YTD Total	24.85"	27.88"	−3.03" (10.9% below average)

Rainfall Totals Last 24 Hours in Pierson, IA 51048

0.03" of rain in Pierson, IA 51048 in the last 24 hours

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