Polk County (Des Moines)
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Today weather in Polk County
Wednesday, August 5th, 2026
20°
Patchy rain possible
Low 17°
Official weather alert: Flash Flood Warning. Mild temperatures are expected in Polk County Today, peaking at around 20 °F and dropping to 17 °F by night. Gentle breezes are expected across Polk County Today, with speeds reaching around 13 km/h. Heavy showers are forecasted, reaching up to 11.6 mm.
20° / 17°
Temp
90%
Rain
13 km/h
Wind
94%
Humidity
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Polk County hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 18.1° | 17.5° | 17.8° | 18° | 17.7° | 17.6° | 17.6° | Sunrise | 17.5° | 17.4° | 17.7° | 17.3° | 17.3° | 18.3° | 18.8° | 19.3° | 19.5° | 19.4° | 19.5° | 19.7° | 20° | 19.3° | Sunset | 18.9° | 18.3° | 17.8° | |
| wind speed | 14 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | 6 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 8 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 22° | 5° | 7° | 10° | 348° | 32° | 40° | 25° | 39° | 47° | 55° | 31° | 43° | 69° | 82° | 43° | 38° | 71° | 55° | 41° | 41° | 45° | 54° | 58° | |||
| wind direction | NNE | N | N | N | NNW | NNE | NE | NNE | NE | NE | NE | NNE | NE | ENE | E | NE | NE | ENE | NE | NE | NE | NE | NE | ENE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.5 mm | 1.1 mm | 3.6 mm | 0.9 mm | 1.4 mm | 2.9 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.8 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 18% | 17% | 16% | 61% | 76% | 87% | 71% | 75% | 86% | 38% | 70% | 47% | 38% | 32% | 32% | 36% | 34% | 35% | 33% | 27% | 32% | 25% | 16% | 16% | |||
| 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 | 95% | 94% | 95% | 95% | 95% | 95% | 93% | 95% | 96% | 95% | 94% | 94% | 93% | 92% | 92% | 91% | 92% | 92% | 92% | 91% | 93% | 94% | 93% | 94% | |||
| dew point | 17.3° | 16.5° | 16.9° | 17.2° | 16.9° | 16.9° | 16.5° | 16.8° | 16.7° | 16.8° | 16.3° | 16.4° | 17.1° | 17.5° | 17.9° | 18° | 18° | 18.2° | 18.4° | 18.6° | 18.2° | 17.9° | 17.2° | 16.8° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 5 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 29% | 17% | 10% | 72% | 98% | 100% | 94% | 83% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 85% | 100% | 69% | 20% | 13% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 1.2 | 2.3 | 4.4 | 6.1 | 4.7 | 2.4 | 4.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Polk County today
The weather in Polk County today is expected to be much cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of 20 °F, compared to an average of 29.3 °F for August 5th in recent years.
temperatures
20 °F
rain
11.6 mm
wind
13 km/h
UV
High
Polk County daylight overview ☀️
Today in Polk County, The sun rises at 06:13 and sets at 20:27, giving a total daylight duration of 14 hours and 14 minutes.
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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 20° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Polk County? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 90% 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 13 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 20 °F with a 90% 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 06:13 and set at 20:27 in Polk County.
How accurate is the weather forecast 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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