Is it going to rain in Des Moines today?

Yes, there is an elevated 66% chance of precipitation in Des Moines today with an estimated accumulation of 1.0 mm.

What are the sunrise and sunset times in Des Moines today?

Sunrise in Des Moines is at 12:00 PM, and sunset is at 12:13 AM local time (America/Chicago).

What is the air quality (AQI) in Des Moines right now?

The current Air Quality Index in Des Moines is 26 (Good), adhering to the US EPA AQI standard. Enjoy outdoor activities. Air quality is ideal for all individuals.

What is the 7-day weather outlook for Des Moines?

Over the next 7 days, temperatures in Des Moines are projected to range between a low of 9° and a high of 23°.

Des Moines

Iowa, United States• Local Time: 2:00 AM

17°

Chance Rain Showers

Feels like 15° • High: 16° / Low: 12°

Wind

15 km/h

ENE (67.5°)

Humidity

84%

Normal

UV Index

Safe / Low

Pressure

1013 hPa

3.1 mm rain

Meteorological Data: Data provided by NOAA / National Weather Service (weather.gov)

Des Moines Weather Outlook & Summary

Des Moines is currently 17°C with chance rain showers. Today's temperatures are expected between 12°C and 16°C. There is a 66% chance of precipitation (1.0 mm).

Hourly Forecast (24 Hours)

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Now

17°

31%

15 km/h

8 AM

16°

31%

15 km/h

9 AM

16°

40%

13 km/h

10 AM

15°

44%

11 km/h

11 AM

15°

50%

11 km/h

12 PM

15°

65%

13 km/h

1 PM

14°

54%

13 km/h

2 PM

14°

56%

13 km/h

3 PM

14°

59%

13 km/h

4 PM

14°

66%

13 km/h

5 PM

14°

58%

13 km/h

6 PM

14°

46%

13 km/h

7 PM

16°

51%

13 km/h

8 PM

15°

60%

13 km/h

9 PM

16°

54%

13 km/h

10 PM

16°

60%

13 km/h

11 PM

15°

58%

13 km/h

12 AM

14°

61%

13 km/h

1 AM

15°

53%

13 km/h

2 AM

14°

40%

13 km/h

3 AM

14°

31%

13 km/h

4 AM

14°

29%

11 km/h

5 AM

14°

30%

11 km/h

6 AM

14°

25%

11 km/h

7-Day Extended Forecast

Daily Highs & Lows

Today

09-21

Chance Rain Showers

12°

16°

66%

15 km/h

Tue

09-22

Mostly Cloudy

9°

17°

12%

15 km/h

Wed

09-23

Sunny

12°

18°

15 km/h

Thu

09-24

Chance Rain Showers

13°

18°

38%

15 km/h

Fri

09-25

Chance Rain Showers

15°

19°

33%

15 km/h

Sat

09-26

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

16°

18°

46%

15 km/h

Sun

09-27

Chance Rain Showers

23°

33%

15 km/h

Comprehensive Weather Metrics

RealFeel® Temperature

15°

Feels close to actual air temperature

Humidity & Dew Point

84%

Relative atmospheric moisture level

Wind & Gusts

15 km/h

ENE (67.5°)

Atmospheric Pressure

1013 hPa

Low pressure system

UV Index

5 (Moderate)

Minimal UV solar hazard

Cloud Cover

15%

Clear blue skies

Precipitation (Last Hr)

3.1 mm

Active rainfall recorded

Visibility

> 10 km

Horizontal optical clarity

Air Quality Index

Standard: US EPA AQI

26Good

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.

Health Advisory

Enjoy outdoor activities. Air quality is ideal for all individuals.

*General public health guidance based on ambient atmospheric concentration. Not medical advice.

Pollutant Concentrations (µg/m³)

PM2.5 (Fine)

3.6

PM10 (Coarse)

3.8

Ozone (O₃)

Nitrogen (NO₂)

4.6

Sulphur (SO₂)

0.6

Carbon (CO)

135

Sun & Daylight

Night time (sun below horizon)

Sunrise

7:00 AM

Sunset

7:13 PM

Des Moines Weather Radar & Map

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Frequently Asked Questions about Des Moines Weather

Currently, Des Moines is experiencing chance rain showers with an ambient temperature of 17° (feels like 15°). The relative humidity is 84%, with winds blowing at 15 km/h.