Des Moines, IA – Residents in Des Moines and surrounding areas should brace for wet weather this Saturday, with showers expected to impact most of Iowa. Rain is forecast to begin mid-morning Saturday, creating potentially slick conditions for drivers and outdoor plans. Those planning weekend activities are encouraged to take precautions, as rain could be heavy at times, with gusts up to 24 mph expected to accompany the showers. Drivers along I-80 and other major roadways are urged to remain vigilant.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Des Moines, showers will intensify by late Saturday morning and continue through the afternoon. By Saturday night, there’s a 30% chance of lingering showers, but conditions are expected to gradually improve overnight, with clouds giving way to partly cloudy skies. Lows on Saturday night will hover around 46°F, and winds will shift, calming by Sunday morning.
Sunday’s forecast is brighter, with partly sunny skies and mild temperatures around 56°F, allowing for a pleasant end to the weekend. Veterans Day on Monday promises to be a beautiful day across Iowa, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures reaching a comfortable high of 57°F. These favorable conditions should make for an enjoyable day for any outdoor commemorations or celebrations planned in Des Moines and the surrounding communities.
The rest of the week will see mostly stable weather, with Tuesday sunny at 57°F, though a slight chance of showers returns on Wednesday. Early forecasts predict clear skies for Thanksgiving week, but residents are advised to monitor local updates as the holiday approaches.
