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Central Iowa Weather Nov. 2–3: Heavy Rain Chances Climb to 90%
DES MOINES, IA – Residents across Des Moines and surrounding Polk County are facing a wet end to the workweek, with another round of widespread showers expected Monday, Nov. 2, and rain chances climbi
By Grant Holloway · 2026-10-30T09:45:10.229Z
DES MOINES, IA – Residents across Des Moines and surrounding Polk County are facing a wet end to the workweek, with another round of widespread showers expected Monday, Nov. 2, and rain chances climbing to 90%.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible Friday, Oct. 30, before a brief improvement over the weekend. Another wet weather pattern develops Sunday night and continues into Tuesday.
Friday, Oct. 30: Showers Likely
Friday will bring cloudy skies, showers and a possible thunderstorm before 10 a.m., followed by additional shower chances throughout the day.
The chance of precipitation is 70%, with a high near 57 degrees.
East winds of 7 to 10 mph could produce gusts reaching 20 mph.
Friday night brings a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures falling to approximately 50 degrees.
Saturday, Oct. 31: Halloween Rain Chances
Halloween will feature mostly cloudy skies and a high near 65 degrees.
A 30% chance of showers is expected, mainly before 11 a.m.
Saturday night will remain mostly cloudy, with lows near 53 degrees.
Sunday, Nov. 1: Brief Break Before Rain Returns
Sunday will bring partly sunny skies and a high near 67 degrees.
However, a 40% chance of showers develops after 1 a.m. Monday, with overnight lows around 56 degrees.
Monday, Nov. 2: Rain Chances Reach 90%
Monday is expected to be the wettest day in the forecast period, with showers and a 90% chance of precipitation.
Temperatures will reach approximately 69 degrees.
Monday night brings continued showers and a possible thunderstorm before 1 a.m., followed by additional likely showers. Rain chances remain at 90%.
Tuesday, Nov. 3: Unsettled Weather Continues
Tuesday will remain mostly cloudy, with showers likely, a 70% chance of precipitation and a high near 67 degrees.
Rain chances decrease to 40% Tuesday night.
The wet conditions could affect commuters across Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny and surrounding central Iowa communities.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts and allow additional travel time during periods of rain.