DES MOINES, Iowa – Central Iowa will enjoy bright skies and warm afternoons through Saturday, but the National Weather Service warns thunderstorms could return by Sunday, bringing a shift from the quiet stretch. Highs are expected in the low 80s the next two days before dropping slightly by the end of the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, today will be sunny with a high near 83 degrees, followed by a mostly clear night with lows in the low 60s. Friday will mirror the pattern with highs near 82 and light southeast winds. Saturday looks partly sunny, topping out near 81, but clouds increase after sunset. By Saturday night, a 20% chance of storms enters the picture.
Showers and thunderstorms remain a slight possibility into Sunday, especially after 1 p.m., with highs near 76. Another round could develop Sunday night before conditions dry out for Labor Day.
Travelers and holiday planners should keep an eye on updates, as even a small storm chance could affect outdoor gatherings. By Monday, skies clear again with highs in the upper 70s, offering a more comfortable end to the long weekend.
Five Day Forecast for Des Moines, Iowa
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 83.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 82.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 81.
- Sunday: Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m., high near 76.
- Labor Day (Monday): Partly sunny, high near 78.
