Des Moines, IA – Cooler weather is expected in Des Moines through Friday, but residents should prepare for significant changes by the weekend. Thursday and Friday will bring partly cloudy skies with highs ranging from 75 to 82 degrees. Low temperatures will stay in the 50s and 60s, providing a brief respite from the summer heat.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, isolated thunderstorms are likely Thursday night and into early Friday morning, mainly affecting northern areas. Storms are also expected Friday night and Saturday, with highs rising to 87 degrees. Despite the chance of rain, the weekend will see a steady climb in temperatures.
Sunday is predicted to be the hottest day of the week, with highs nearing 97 degrees under mostly sunny skies. The heat will continue into early next week, with Monday’s temperatures forecasted to reach the low 90s. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and take precautions during the upcoming heatwave.
