Clinton is a city in and the county seat of Clinton County, Iowa. Clinton is the principal city of the Clinton Micropolitan Statistical Area, which is coterminous with Clinton County.
Fishing access on the Mississippi River is available at Clinton's new handicapped-accessible fishing pier, located between 5th and 6th Avenue North on Riverview Drive, south of the Showboat Theatre. Access also available along the Discovery Trail that begins at Riverview Drive and 9th Avenue North. Fish that are indigenous to the Mississippi River in the Clinton area are: Bluegill, Sunfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Channel Cat, Walleye, Sauger, Bullhead, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Flathead Catfish and Yellow Bass.
The new Clinton Marina, located at 6th Avenue North and the river, is a full-service marina with a launching ramp, gas dock, boaters' store, seasonal and overnight slip rental, winter storage and a mechanic on duty. A new restaurant is located above the marina facility, with windows overlooking the Mississippi River.
Clinton Area Parks and Recreation is charged with the mission of enhancing the quality of life for the citizens of the City of Clinton. Today, this can be experienced in the 18 city parks encompassing 479 acres and 21 facilities, and in the over 160 recreation programs and activities designed for all ages.
Experience the nostalgia of this historic lumber town...Discover the beauty of nature along the Mississippi River... or opt to tour one of our unique attractions. Come to Clinton where there are "101 things to do with a river view."
Come join us as we grow - and watch your business grow along the Mighty Mississippi.
Housing
”More home for the money” is a hallmark of housing in the Clinton region. Housing exists for all price ranges.
Construction of single-family homes in the area is at a 25 year high with more and more families finding it makes sense to live in the area. All three communities are opening new subdivisions to construct new homes.
Across the Clinton region, many distinctive neighborhoods give residents a variety of living experiences: from quiet cul-de-sac's to areas filled with children and young families, from sweeping views of the river to the hustle and bustle of apartment living in downtown shopping districts
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 26,616. Clinton covers 35.6 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 580 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 52732, 52733, 52736 - Area code: 563
Weather
Clinton, IA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 20's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 81.60 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 10.90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be fairly limited during summer with a difference that can reach 18 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 15 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Clinton is 34.46 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is August with an average rainfall of 4.51 Inches.
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