Weather in Des Moines, IA
Updated 2026-09-26 08:00 local time · ZIP codes 50309, 50310, 50311, 50312 + more
Moderate rain
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
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Today vs yesterday in Des Moines
Weather insights for today
Rain chance reaches about 92% over the next 12 hours.
It feels like 49°F with winds near 11 mph.
58°F, 27% rain chance and 13 mph wind.
Visibility is around 4 mi; gusts may reach 28 mph.
Current temperature is 54°F, wind 11 mph, rain chance up to 92%.
UV index is 0.
Local weather characteristics in Des Moines
Iowa has a continental climate with hot summers, cold winters, strong winds and a notable spring and summer severe-thunderstorm season.
Des Moines is part of the Midwest weather region. The forecast point is near 41.60°N latitude and 93.61°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.
Des Moines weather today
Moderate rain and 54°F in Des Moines, IA. Today's high is 59°F with a 93% rain chance. Winds are around 11 mph with gusts near 25 mph. Relative humidity is 98%, pressure is 30.12 inHg, and visibility is about 4 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Des Moines
Sunrise is at 07:06 AM and sunset is at 07:05 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 63°F and a low near 56°F. The maximum rain chance is 71%.