Barometric Pressure in Oelwein, United States 
1013 hPa
15.0 ℃
50%
3.0 m/s
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Hourly Pressure Trends
Track the barometric pressure in Oelwein hour by hour across the next 6 hourly readings.
The barometric pressure in Oelwein is influenced by the city's location in the Midwest. Pressure systems from Canada and the Gulf of Mexico meet here. This collision of air masses causes the pressure to fluctuate throughout the year.
Oelwein is situated in a valley surrounded by hills. The nearby Wapsipinicon River also plays a role in shaping the local topography. This varied landscape disrupts airflow patterns. As a result, the air pressure is affected.
The hills and valleys around Oelwein can trap or channel air masses. This leads to changes in the barometric pressure. The pressure can drop or rise suddenly depending on the wind direction.