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The pressure in Ames, United States is predicted to slowly drop over the next few hours, with an average pressure of 1031.6 hPa today, which is higher than normal.
Weather prediction: Expect more wet and unsettled conditions
The daily total fluctuation in pressure in Ames is 19.9 hPa, with a low of 1018 hPa and a high of 1037.9 hPa. The daily average here is higher than in most cities around the world.
The barometric pressure in Ames, Iowa averages around 30.12 inches. It rarely drops below 29.80 inches or rises above 30.40 inches.
Ames is situated in the Midwestern United States, where the Great Plains meet the Midwest. The city is surrounded by flat to gently sloping terrain. This flat landscape allows winds to travel long distances without obstruction.
The lack of topographical features means there are no mountains to disrupt or block air masses. As a result, Ames experiences a relatively consistent atmospheric pressure.
The city's proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and the Rocky Mountains also affects the atmospheric pressure. Moist air from the Gulf brings warm, humid air that leads to higher pressure. Conversely, cold, dry air from the Rockies leads to lower pressure.