Des Moines, IA –Iowa residents should brace for a rainy and breezy start to the weekend as spring weather shifts across central parts of the state.
According to the National Weather Service, Des Moines will see a 50% chance of rain Friday beginning after 11 a.m. Winds will increase, blowing from the east at 8 to 10 mph and shifting north by Friday night with gusts up to 18 mph. Motorists traveling on I-235 or commuting downtown should prepare for slick roads and reduced visibility during afternoon hours.
Friday night will remain mostly cloudy with lows near 39°F. The weekend forecast offers a break from the wet conditions, with partly sunny skies Saturday and highs around 50°F. However, gusty north winds up to 25 mph may impact outdoor events. Saturday night will dip to a chilly 29°F, a reminder that spring warmth remains unstable.
Sunday brings full sunshine and highs in the mid-50s—ideal for outdoor activities. Clear skies will continue into Monday, though temperatures will drop again with Monday’s high only reaching 47°F and overnight lows falling into the mid-20s.
Looking ahead, Tuesday and Wednesday show a steady warm-up. Tuesday will reach near 56°F and Wednesday is expected to peak at 65°F with mostly sunny skies.
