Extreme Cold/Wind Chill — Buena Vista, Iowa

2025-02-13 · Buena Vista, Iowa

Event narrative

The lowest wind chills ranged from 35 to 37 below zero with 37 below zero observed at the Storm Lake Municipal Airport (KSLB).

Wider weather episode

High pressure, clearing skies, and fresh snow cover allowed air temperatures to drop well below zero during the overnight and early morning hours of February 13. When combined with light winds, dangerous wind chills developed, ranging from 35 to 40 below zero.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1294241. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.