Best Time to Visit Des Moines
Best time: Jul, Sep, Aug, May.
Jul is warmest (30.9°C high); Jun is rainiest (118 mm).
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Des Moines weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -1.4 | -11.6 | 25 | 2.8 |
| Feb | 2.4 | -8.2 | 29 | 4.1 |
| Mar | 9.2 | -2 | 57 | 6 |
| Apr | 16.8 | 4.4 | 89 | 7.4 |
| May | 23.2 | 10.6 | 109 | 8.8 |
| Jun | 28.4 | 16 | 118 | 10 |
| Jul | 30.9 | 18.8 | 105 | 10 |
| Aug | 29.5 | 17.3 | 106 | 8.8 |
| Sep | 25.1 | 12.2 | 87 | 7.2 |
| Oct | 18.1 | 5.5 | 68 | 4.9 |
| Nov | 8.4 | -1.8 | 51 | 3 |
| Dec | 0.9 | -8.6 | 33 | 2.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulSepAugMay
Beaches: JunJulAug
Hiking: OctSepAprMay
Sightseeing: SepAugMayJun
Des Moines quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (May, Jun, Jul, Aug): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Des Moines?
Jul, Sep, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Jun, about 118 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 30.9°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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