Des Moines, Iowa – Drivers could face slick conditions on I-235 by Sunday afternoon as a widespread rain system brings showers and potential thunderstorms to central Iowa.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, an 80% chance of rain begins Sunday and continues through Sunday night. Rainfall may total up to one inch in some areas, with localized ponding possible in low-lying spots. The system could include isolated thunderstorms overnight Sunday, reducing visibility and increasing hydroplaning risks.
Saturday looks like a break between systems, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 59°F. But clouds return by late Saturday night, setting the stage for the stormy pattern. Highs Sunday reach only 54°F as rain moves in, followed by a chillier low of 42°F overnight.
Monday brings a short reprieve, with mostly clear skies early and a high near 65°F. However, a 20% chance of showers lingers into Monday night. Rain chances increase again Tuesday and Wednesday, each carrying at least a 30–40% chance of precipitation.
5-Day Spring Forecast for Des Moines (April 19–23):
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 59°F, calm winds.
- Sunday: Showers (80%), high 54°F. Rain may total 0.75″–1.0″.
- Monday: Mostly clear to partly cloudy, high 65°F, slight shower chance late.
- Tuesday: 40% chance of showers, high 72°F.
- Wednesday: Scattered showers (30%), high 71°F.
