Des Moines

What is the climate like in Des Moines?

The best time to visit Des Moines is typically June – August, with trip comfort peaking in July (8.5/10). Des Moines is warmest in August, when daily highs average 78°F (25°C), and coolest in February, when lows fall to about 38°F (3°C). The wettest month is typically December and the driest is July; the year sees roughly 54 in of precipitation.

• Best time to visitJune – August — comfort peaks in July (8.5/10)
• Warmest monthAugust — average high 78°F (25°C)
• Coolest monthFebruary — average low 38°F (3°C)
• Wettest monthDecember (8.1 in)
• Driest monthJuly (0.7 in)
• Annual precipitation54 in