Des Moines hit a record high on Wednesday, but cooler temps are coming

The high in Des Moines on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2026, was 60 degrees, surpassing the decades-old record high. See when the ...

Iowa weather forecast includes rain Thursday, snowfall for the weekend

The National Weather Service is forecasting a change in recent dry conditions. Rain and snowfall are expected to sweep across ...

Iowa weather: Record warmth today before soaking rain Thursday

Near record-breaking highs return this afternoon. When the rain moves in and how much we can expect in your Storm Team 8 ...
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Des Moines temperatures surpassed 90 degrees for the first time in 2025. Is that normal?

Temperatures in Des Moines have surpassed 90 degrees for the first time in June 2025. Des Moines reached a high of 95 degrees on Wednesday, June 11, which was two degrees shy of the record for that ...
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Cold weather advisory warns of frigid wind chills. These shelters are open

Another wave of dangerously low wind chills is headed for the Des Moines metro and Polk County has activated its Extreme Temperature Plan. The plan went into effect at noon on Friday, Dec. 12, and ...

Winter weather disrupts travel plans in Des Moines

Travelers in Des Moines face delays and cancellations due to winter weather, affecting flights and road conditions as they ...
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Yes, Des Moines temperatures took a nosedive. Expect more of that as spring begins.

Tuesday is the vernal equinox, which marks the start of the astronomical spring season. This week may not feel like it in Des Moines, though. The National Weather Service's Des Moines office said on ...