Des Moines, IA – Gusty winds and a slight chance of thunderstorms are on tap for Des Moines starting Monday afternoon as spring weather patterns intensify across Iowa. The National Weather Service (NWS) is warning residents to prepare for breezy conditions and elevated storm potential heading into Monday night.
According to the NWS, Monday will start mostly sunny with temperatures reaching 62°F and winds gusting up to 37 mph. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms will develop after 1 a.m. Tuesday, continuing through early morning hours. Wind advisories are not currently in place, but travelers on major routes like I-235 and Highway 5 should remain alert for sudden gusts and changing visibility.
Tuesday will bring calmer skies and a high near 62°F, though breezy northwest winds of up to 28 mph will persist. Clear skies return Tuesday night with lows dipping to 38°F, raising concern for potential patchy frost in rural counties.
Wednesday offers a brief reprieve with mostly sunny skies and a high of 68°F. However, chances for rain rise again by Wednesday night into Thursday, with a 40 percent chance of thunderstorms continuing into Thursday night.
5-Day Spring Weather Outlook for Des Moines:
- Monday: Sunny, windy; high 62°F.
- Monday Night: Slight chance of storms; low 39°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny and breezy; high 62°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny; high 68°F, showers possible at night.
- Thursday: Chance of thunderstorms; high 74°F.
