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Solar in Ames: July highs average about 82°F.

Weather and your home

In Montgomery County, July highs average about 82°F and January lows about 13°F, with roughly 42 inches of rain a year. Long, cold winters put furnaces and pipes to the test.

Storms

Over the last 10 years the National Weather Service recorded damaging thunderstorm winds, floods and flash floods in Montgomery County, with hail up to 1.5 inches across. After a storm, a quick roof and gutter check catches damage before it turns into a leak.

Homes here

The typical home in Montgomery County was built around 1937, about 89 years ago, and 79% were built before 1980. Homes that age often need updated wiring, plumbing and roofs.

Disaster history

Montgomery County has had 19 federal disaster declarations in the last 25 years, most often for severe storms; the latest was Hurricane Henri (2021).

Services

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Questions

Is solar worth it in Ames?

It depends on your roof, shade and power bill — ask for a proposal with the expected savings and payback in years.

Do I need a new roof first?

If the roof has under 10 years left, replace it before the panels go on.

These are Montgomery County figures — more about homes in Amsterdam.

Nearby

Sharon Springs · Canajoharie · Palatine Bridge · Nelliston · Fort Plain · Cherry Valley · St. Johnsville · Cobleskill