Polk County (Des Moines)
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Polk County weather today
Thursday, November 5th, 2026
12°
Overcast
Low 8°
A slightly cool ambiance awaits Polk County on today, with temperatures hovering between 8 °C in the morning and 12 °C in the afternoon. It'll be quite breezy in Polk County Today with average wind speeds of 23.8 km/h. Intermittent light showers are likely, with about 0.41 mm expected.
12° / 8°
Temp
49%
Rain
24 km/h
Wind
78%
Humidity
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Polk County hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 06:00 AM | 06:51 AM | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM | 05:04 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 9.2° | 8.1° | 8.3° | 9.5° | 8.9° | 9.3° | 10.1° | Sunrise | 9.4° | 9.3° | 9.9° | 9.3° | 10.7° | 11.2° | 12.1° | 11.7° | 11.8° | 11° | 9.9° | Sunset | 10.3° | 9.3° | 9.2° | 9.4° | 8.5° | 8.3° | |
| Feels like | 6.3° | 4.9° | 5.1° | 6.6° | 5.8° | 6.3° | 10.1° | 6.4° | 6.2° | 6.9° | 6.1° | 10.7° | 11.2° | 12.1° | 11.7° | 11.8° | 11° | 6.8° | 10.3° | 6.6° | 6.6° | 6.9° | 6° | 6° | |||
| wind speed | 20 km/h | 22 km/h | 22 km/h | 20 km/h | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 19 km/h | 21 km/h | 22 km/h | 20 km/h | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | 22 km/h | 24 km/h | 20 km/h | 20 km/h | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 17 km/h | 18 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 16 km/h | 14 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 264° | 270° | 273° | 280° | 281° | 290° | 302° | 314° | 316° | 310° | 316° | 328° | 331° | 343° | 346° | 341° | 347° | 349° | 342° | 352° | 357° | 353° | 0° | 1° | |||
| wind direction | W | W | W | W | WNW | WNW | WNW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | N | NNW | N | N | N | N | N | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.2 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 | |||
| chance for rain | 24% | 25% | 25% | 26% | 25% | 27% | 35% | 48% | 25% | 30% | 24% | 22% | 22% | 18% | 19% | 18% | 20% | 20% | 20% | 21% | 22% | 22% | 25% | 24% | |||
| 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 | 79% | 82% | 81% | 82% | 82% | 84% | 86% | 86% | 82% | 84% | 80% | 76% | 76% | 68% | 71% | 69% | 72% | 73% | 73% | 76% | 77% | 76% | 78% | 77% | |||
| dew point | 5.8° | 5.3° | 5.4° | 6.6° | 5.9° | 6.7° | 7.8° | 7.2° | 6.4° | 7.3° | 6° | 6.6° | 7.1° | 6.5° | 6.6° | 6.3° | 6.2° | 5.3° | 5.7° | 5.3° | 5.3° | 5.3° | 5° | 4.6° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 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 | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 99% | 100% | 99% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.2 | 1 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Polk County today
The weather in Polk County today is expected to be slightly cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of 12 °C, compared to an average of 14.3 °C for November 5th in recent years.
temperatures
12 °C
rain
0.4 mm
wind
24 km/h
UV
Low
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Polk County daylight overview
Today in Polk County, the sun rises at 06:51 and sets at 17:04, giving a total daylight duration of 10 hours and 13 minutes.
Daytime
Day length10h 13m▼ 2m 24s
Solar noon11:58 AM
Evening golden hour4:25 PM – 5:04 PM
Night
Waning CrescentIllumination 18%
Moonrise2:46 AM
Moonset3:01 PM
Polk County: Sun reaches 32.8° above the horizon at midday.
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The weather today in Polk County - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Polk County?
The maximum temperature for today in Polk County is expected to be 12° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Polk County?
Yes, there is a 49% chance of rain in Polk County today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Polk County?
The wind in Polk County is expected to blow at 24 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Polk County today?
Given the forecast of 12 °C with a 49% 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 Polk County today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Polk County today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:51 and set at 17:04 in Polk County.
How accurate is the weather forecast for Polk County today?
Polk County 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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