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Exploring Thornton

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

• Clear Lake State Park
• Clear Lake State Park Beach
• City Beach Park
• Surf Ballroom and Museum
• The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank
• Buddy Holly Crash Site
• Clear Lake Fire Museum

When arranging your Thornton getaway, you can also use ebookers to find a convenient flight into Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or time of departure to identify one that works best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Thornton?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to explore Thornton, you may find this information about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Thornton are typically July and August, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are June and May, 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 6°C and at night it is -12°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 130 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 26°C during the day and 4°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 443 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 27°C and the night-time average is 13°C. Average precipitation for this season is 325 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 15°C and -7°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 196 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Thornton is 1093 mm.