Des Moines, Iowa – Central Iowa is heading into a stretch of near-perfect early fall weather, with highs in the mid-80s and plenty of sunshine carrying through Tuesday. Dry skies and light winds will dominate the region, creating ideal conditions for outdoor plans and travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, Friday’s high will reach near 85 degrees with calm winds shifting southwest at 5 to 7 mph. Clear skies overnight will drop temperatures to the upper 50s, keeping evenings mild but comfortable.
Saturday and Sunday will both feature highs around 84 degrees with plenty of sun and light breezes, making it prime weather for football games, harvest activities, and early fall festivals across Polk, Dallas, and Story counties. Winds stay light, with occasional gusts up to 8 mph in the afternoons.
By Monday, partly cloudy skies move in, but no rain is expected. Highs will push slightly warmer near 86 before dipping into the low 60s at night.
The stretch of sunshine and calm winds is expected to last through midweek, with the next chance of unsettled weather holding off until later next week.
Five Day Forecast for Des Moines, IA:
- Friday: Sunny, high near 85. Low 58.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 84. Low 56.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 84. Low 60.
- Monday: Sunny, high 86. Low 62.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 84. Low 63.
