Des Moines, IA – The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a detailed forecast for the weekend, warning of a mix of weather conditions, including patchy fog, sunshine, and potential severe storms.
According to the National Weather Service, Saturday morning will begin with patchy fog but plenty of sunshine. Clouds will increase in the west later in the afternoon, bringing chances of showers and storms. Temperatures are expected to reach highs in the mid-70s to lower 80s.
Chances for showers and storms will increase tonight, with a few storms potentially becoming severe, especially in the western parts of the state. These storms may bring strong winds and hail, and there is a possibility of locally heavy rains. Overnight lows will range from the upper 50s to middle 60s.
Looking ahead to Sunday, the weather remains mostly cloudy with additional chances for showers and a few storms. Highs should be in the upper 70s to middle 80s, with lows between 59-66°F. No severe weather is anticipated on Sunday, but scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected throughout the day.
The extended forecast for Des Moines shows a continued pattern of variable weather. Monday and Tuesday will have highs in the low 80s with a 35% chance of rain on Monday. The middle of the week looks more stable with partly sunny skies and highs in the low to mid-80s. The weekend promises warmer temperatures with highs reaching the upper 80s by Saturday.
