Des Moines Weather Forecast
Des Moines weather: 69°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Des Moines
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 66° | 11% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 64° | 3% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 61° | 3% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 84° / 64° | 40% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 90° / 65° | 24% · 1,2 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 64° | 24% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 85° / 63° | 6% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 67° | 13% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 64° | 28% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 65° | 32% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 65° | 27% · 0,0 in | 20 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 107° / 69° | 19% · 0,0 in | 20 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 99° / 75° | 23% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 105° / 75° | 19% | 18 mph | 7 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 42°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 90°F against a August normal of 83°F - 40°F above.
The next 7 days carry about 2.9 times a normal week's rain for August (1,2 in against 0,4 in).
What this means for Des Moines
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is in line with the 83°F typical for this month.
A 11% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 87°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Des Moines?
Des Moines is a city in Iowa. Its coordinates are 41.5868, -93.625. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Des Moines right now?
It is currently 69°F (21°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 86% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Des Moines?
August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Des Moines, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Des Moines in?
Des Moines observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 2:36 PM.
How many people live in Des Moines?
Des Moines has a population of approximately 215.000.
What is the nearest airport to Des Moines?
The closest airports are O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 296 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Des Moines?
Popular options include Mississippi River and Starved Rock State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 2:36 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
