Des Moines, Iowa – Storms packing large hail, 36 mph gusts, and up to an inch of rain will pound Des Moines through late Monday, threatening flash flooding along the I-80 corridor.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, thunderstorms will intensify this evening and continue into Monday night, with severe weather risks expanding across central Iowa. The most serious threats include damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and hail up to an inch in diameter—especially from late Monday afternoon through midnight. Spotter activation may be required due to the severity of the conditions.
Des Moines will remain in the storm zone overnight, with rain and wind making travel difficult on key roads, including I-80, Highway 69, and MLK Parkway. Monday’s winds may gust up to 36 mph, particularly in eastern Polk County. Rainfall totals could reach one inch by Tuesday morning, increasing the risk of ponding and flash flooding in low-lying or urban areas.
More showers are expected Tuesday, with thunderstorms possible by early afternoon. Winds will shift southeast and reach up to 29 mph. The chance of rain decreases slightly Tuesday night but continues through midweek.
Extended 5-Day Forecast for Des Moines:
- Tuesday: Showers and storms, high near 64°F
- Wednesday: Slight chance of rain, high near 57°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high of 66°F
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 68°F
- Saturday: Partly sunny, chance of showers, high near 71°F
