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Exploring Dawson

The city of Dawson has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Dawson include:

• Lake Panorama
• Jefferson Community Golf Course
• Raccoon River Valley Trail
• High Trestle Trail Bridge
• Lake Robbins Ballroom
• Springbrook State Park
• Brenton Arboretum

When is the Best Time to Explore Dawson?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to visit Dawson, you might find this info about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Dawson are typically July and August, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are May and June, whereas January and February have the least.

Here's an overview on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 9°C and at night it is -10°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 150 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 27°C during the day and 5°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 460 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 28°C and the night-time average is 14°C. Average precipitation for this season is 328 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 17°C and -6°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 194 mm.
• The annual rainfall average in Dawson is 1132 mm.