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Weather in Des Moines, Iowa for October 2026

Your guide to Des Moines weather in October - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Snowfall in Des Moines during October is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
    According to Des Moines snow forecast for October 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.

    • Temperatures

  • Until now, October 2026 in Des Moines has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 21.5 °C (showing only a slight deviation of 0 °C).

  • The forecast for the next days in Des Moines predicts the temperature to be 17.7 °C, significantly warmer than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Des Moines at the beginning of October is 24.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 14.4 °C by the end of October.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Des Moines experiences moderate rainfall in October, with an average of 7 rainy days and a total precipitation of 125.9 mm.

    • More

  • Is October a good time to visit Des Moines? check out the best time to travel to Des Moines page.

  • ✨ Is October a good time to visit Des Moines? – Ask the AI Weatherman

Average dry days
23
Dry days
Average rainy days
7
Rainy days
Average snowy days
1
Snow days
Average temperatures
20°/8°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
24 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
64 %
Avg humidity

Des Moines Weather October

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September
November
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Light rain
26°
2
Sunny
27°
3
Partly cloudy
27°
4
Sunny
25°
5
Sunny
27°
6
Sunny
21°
7
Partly cloudy
20°
8
Sunny
24°
9
Patchy rain possible
22°
10
Sunny
25°
11
Patchy rain possible
24°
12
Light rain
24°
13
Light rain
20°
14
Patchy rain possible
14°
15
Light rain
15°
16
Patchy rain possible
18°
17
Patchy rain possible
19°
18
Patchy rain possible
21°
19
Patchy rain possible
19°
20
Patchy rain possible
22°
21
Sunny
20°
22
Fog
21°
23
Light rain
21°
24
Patchy rain possible
22°
25
Light rain
18°
26
Moderate rain
19°
27
Light rain
18°
28
Moderate rain
14°
29
Sunny
20°
30
Moderate rain
15°
31
Light rain
18°

Temperatures trend during October in Des Moines

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

October weather in Des Moines day by day

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September November
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
Oct. 1 Light rain
Light rain
 26° /14° 7.6 mm 0 cm
Oct. 2 Sunny
Sunny
 27° /11° 0 mm 0 cm
Oct. 3 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 27° /12° 0.2 mm 0 cm
Oct. 4 Sunny
Sunny
 25° /13° 0 mm 0 cm
Oct. 5 Sunny
Sunny
 27° /12° 0 mm 0 cm
Oct. 6 Sunny
Sunny
 21° /10° 0.8 mm 0 cm
Oct. 7 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 20° /7° 0 mm 0 cm
Oct. 8 Sunny
Sunny
 24° /8° 0.9 mm 0 cm
Oct. 9 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /7° 1.6 mm 0 cm
Oct. 10 Sunny
Sunny
 25° /11° 0 mm 0 cm
Oct. 11 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /10° 1.9 mm 0 cm
Oct. 12 Light rain
Light rain
 24° /14° 3 mm 0 cm
Oct. 13 Light rain
Light rain
 20° /12° 3 mm 0 cm
Oct. 14 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /9° 2.1 mm 0 cm
Oct. 15 Light rain
Light rain
 15° /8° 7.9 mm 0 cm
Oct. 16 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /6° 0.1 mm 0 cm
Oct. 17 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /5° 2.3 mm 0 cm
Oct. 18 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /8° 2.3 mm 0 cm
Oct. 19 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /8° 0.1 mm 0 cm
Oct. 20 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /6° 2.3 mm 0 cm
Oct. 21 Sunny
Sunny
 20° /9° 0 mm 0 cm
Oct. 22 Fog
Fog
 21° /8° 0 mm 0 cm
Oct. 23 Light rain
Light rain
 21° /9° 3.2 mm 0 cm
Oct. 24 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /9° 1.6 mm 0 cm
Oct. 25 Light rain
Light rain
 18° /11° 2.5 mm 0 cm
Oct. 26 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 19° /10° 12.8 mm 0 cm
Oct. 27 Light rain
Light rain
 18° /8° 0.4 mm 0 cm
Oct. 28 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 14° /6° 23.1 mm 0.2 cm
Oct. 29 Sunny
Sunny
 20° /11° 0.8 mm 0 cm
Oct. 30 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 15° /10° 10.5 mm 0 cm
Oct. 31 Light rain
Light rain
 18° /11° 6.7 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Des Moines in October is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Des Moines forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Des Moines in October - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Des Moines during October?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 20° and cooler nights around 8°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Des Moines during October?
Significant rainfall exceeding 125.9 mm is expected in Des Moines during October, occurring over more than 7 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in Des Moines in October 2026?
Des Moines typically sees 0.2 cm of snowfall during October.

What are the typical wind conditions in Des Moines during October?
The average wind speed in Des Moines during October is 24 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Des Moines snow forecast October 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Des Moines’s snowy potential this October ❄️
On average, Des Moines sees 1 snowy days during October, with approximately 0.2 cm of total snowfall.

October rainfall patterns in Des Moines

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Des Moiness October weather 💧
Typically, Des Moines has 7 rainy days in October with a total of 125.9 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Des Moines during October

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of October ☀️
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