Weather in Kensett, IA
Updated 2026-09-26 10:15 local time · ZIP codes 50448
Light rain
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance reaches about 87% over the next 12 hours.
It feels like 45°F with winds near 13 mph.
55°F, 17% rain chance and 8 mph wind.
Visibility is around 5 mi; gusts may reach 29 mph.
Current temperature is 50°F, wind 13 mph, rain chance up to 87%.
UV index is 0.
Local weather characteristics in Kensett
Iowa has a continental climate with hot summers, cold winters, strong winds and a notable spring and summer severe-thunderstorm season.
Kensett is part of the Midwest weather region. The forecast point is near 43.35°N latitude and 93.21°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.
Kensett weather today
Light rain and 50°F in Kensett, IA. Today's high is 58°F with a 91% rain chance. Winds are around 13 mph with gusts near 28 mph. Relative humidity is 90%, pressure is 30.14 inHg, and visibility is about 5 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Kensett
Sunrise is at 07:04 AM and sunset is at 07:03 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 64°F and a low near 56°F. The maximum rain chance is 52%.