Living in Alpha, summers are warm, peaking at 84.2°F in Jul, while winters are cold — Jan lows average 17.0°F. Winter heating is a real budget factor — 5661 degree days means 4-5 months of meaningful energy bills. With 37.6 inches annually, the climate is relatively dry. Within 5 miles: 1 park. For hospital care, the nearest facility is in a neighboring city. Median household income: $66,719. With a 7.5% poverty rate and 80.1% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Galesburg (17mi S), Galva (17mi E), Coal Valley (18mi N). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 41 over the past week.