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Today weather in Des Moines

Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
today weather
40°
Sunny
Feels like 36° · Low 22°
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A scorching day is predicted for Des Moines Today with temperatures soaring to a blistering 40 °F and settling to a still-warm 21 °F at night. It'll be quite breezy in Des Moines Today with average wind speeds of 24 km/h. There's a slight chance of rain at 6%.
40° / 22°
Temp
6%
Rain
24 km/h
Wind
54%
Humidity

Des Moines hourly forecast for today

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weatherClearClearClearClearOvercastOvercastOvercastsunriseOvercastMistOvercastCloudyCloudyPatchy rain possibleOvercastOvercastSunnySunnySunnySunnyCloudysunsetOvercastPartly cloudyOvercastClearNext
temperatures24.8°24.2°23.8°23.4°23.1°22.7°22.3°Sunrise21.8°23.2°25.5°27.5°30.5°34.6°36.9°38.5°39.7°40.4°40.1°39.2°38.1°Sunset36.2°36.7°34.7°34.4°
Feels like28.1°27.1°26.5°26.2°25.1°25.2°24.2°24.1°28°29.4°31.9°38.1°34.4°35.6°36.4°37°36.3°35.3°35.3°36°33.3°32.4°30.8°30°
wind speed8 km/h9 km/h9 km/h8 km/h11 km/h8 km/h10 km/h8 km/h1 km/h6 km/h10 km/h11 km/h10 km/h10 km/h14 km/h15 km/h21 km/h25 km/h20 km/h15 km/h17 km/h23 km/h22 km/h25 km/h
wind degree153°250°210°297°306°210°198°251°178°167°170°175°197°199°209°213°216°217°210°194°179°189°190°187°
wind directionSSEWSWSSWWNWNWSSWSSWWSWSSSESSSSWSSWSSWSWSWSWSSWSSWSSSS
Precipitation0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm0 mm
chance for rain11%11%12%12%28%27%29%30%19%29%20%17%10%9%9%1%1%0%1%7%8%2%8%1%
chance for snow0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%0%
humidity85%86%88%88%87%88%89%90%96%92%87%76%31%23%20%18%16%16%17%22%22%21%24%25%
dew point22.1°21.8°21.6°21.3°20.9°20.7°20.4°20.2°22.6°24.1°25.1°25.9°15.1°12.4°11.5°10.7°9.8°9.4°9.8°12.5°11°10.7°11.1°11.3°
visibility10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km10 km
cloud cover0%0%0%1%100%93%100%100%27%92%65%80%100%100%100%18%5%4%17%84%93%40%90%21%
UV000000000.41.32.94.96.46.87.26.14.22.20.80.20000

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Weather in Des Moines today

The weather in Des Moines today is expected to be significantly warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 40 °F, compared to an average of 28.3 °F for September 1st in recent years.

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40 °F
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24 km/h
7.2
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Des Moines daylight overview ☀️
Today in Des Moines, The sun rises at 06:40 and sets at 19:48, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 8 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 40° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.

Will it rain today in Des Moines? 🌧️

Yes, there is a 6% 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 24 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 40 °F with a 6% 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 06:40 and set at 19:48 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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