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Today weather in Des Moines
Friday, May 8th, 2026
21°
Patchy rain possible
Des Moines will experience a pleasantly warm today, reaching temperatures of up to 21 °F and cooling to about 7 °F in the evening. Gentle breezes are expected across Des Moines Today, with speeds reaching around 15 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 71%, but with light accumulations around 0.21 mm.
21° / 7°
Temp
71%
Rain
15 km/h
Wind
51%
Humidity
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| temperatures | 10.5° | 9.1° | 8.7° | 8.2° | 8° | 7.5° | 7.5° | Sunrise | 8.6° | 10.7° | 13.4° | 17.2° | 17.9° | 18.9° | 19.7° | 20.3° | 20.7° | 21° | 21.1° | 20.1° | 17.8° | 16.3° | Sunset | 15.5° | 14.1° | 13° | |
| wind speed | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 3 km/h | 8 km/h | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 7 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 6 km/h | 8 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 16 km/h | 13 km/h | 6 km/h | 10 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 104° | 110° | 100° | 101° | 112° | 133° | 122° | 265° | 238° | 219° | 214° | 209° | 261° | 280° | 240° | 230° | 237° | 246° | 222° | 187° | 215° | 273° | 186° | 224° | |||
| wind direction | ESE | ESE | E | E | ESE | SE | ESE | W | WSW | SW | SW | SSW | W | W | WSW | SW | WSW | WSW | SW | S | SW | W | S | SW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 71% | 100% | 0% | 0% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 64% | 57% | 59% | 54% | 52% | 46% | 51% | 55% | 72% | 66% | 59% | 44% | 42% | 37% | 34% | 33% | 33% | 33% | 35% | 51% | 63% | 59% | 59% | 67% | |||
| dew point | 3.9° | 1.9° | 0.8° | -0.7° | -1.6° | -3° | -2.4° | -1° | 5° | 6.6° | 8.1° | 8.2° | 5.4° | 4.8° | 4.1° | 4.1° | 4.3° | 4.3° | 5.4° | 8.6° | 8.4° | 7.1° | 6.8° | 6.7° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 16 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 6% | 6% | 9% | 8% | 22% | 51% | 26% | 32% | 76% | 76% | 17% | 16% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 2.9 | 4.7 | 6 | 6.7 | 6.4 | 5.4 | 3.7 | 2.1 | 1 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Des Moines today
The temperature today in Des Moines is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 21 °F, closely aligning with the historical average for May 8th.
temperatures
21 °F
rain
0.2 mm
wind
15 km/h
UV
High
Des Moines daylight overview ☀️
Today in Des Moines, The sun rises at 06:02 and sets at 20:20, giving a total daylight duration of 14 hours and 18 minutes.
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The weather today in Des Moines - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Des Moines?
The maximum temperature for today in Des Moines is expected to be 21° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Des Moines? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 71% chance of rain in Des Moines today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Des Moines? 🌀
The wind in Des Moines is expected to blow at 15 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Des Moines today?
Given the forecast of 21 °F with a 71% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Des Moines today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Des Moines today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:02 and set at 20:20 in Des Moines.
How accurate is the weather forecast Des Moines today? ✅
Des Moines weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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