Des Moines, Iowa – Rain will drench central Iowa Friday, July 25, with storms likely and a 60% chance of measurable precipitation during the day. Des Moines residents should prepare for possible delays, especially along I-35 and U.S. 69, as showers and thunderstorms roll in by late morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, scattered storms are expected after 10 a.m. Friday, with lingering rain chances continuing into the evening. Rainfall may total up to a half inch in some spots, with gusty winds and localized street flooding possible. Temperatures will stay cooler under the clouds, peaking near 83°F.
By Saturday, the pattern shifts dramatically. Mostly sunny skies return and highs will surge to 88°F. Sunday will be the hottest day of the stretch, with temps soaring to 94°F and the heat index pushing near triple digits. Residents should limit outdoor activity during peak sun hours and stay hydrated.
Looking ahead, Monday and Tuesday will stay warm and humid, with highs in the upper 80s and nighttime lows hovering in the mid-70s. A 30% chance of storms returns by Tuesday night, bringing another unsettled pattern to end July.
⚠️ Weather alerts may be updated — check weather.gov/desmoines for the latest warnings.
📅 Five-Day Forecast for Des Moines (Starting Friday, July 25):
- Friday: Showers likely, 60% chance. High 83°F. Storms possible late afternoon.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny. High 88°F. Light winds, hot and humid.
- Sunday: Sunny and hot. High 94°F. Heat index near 100°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny. High 89°F. Low around 74°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, 30% chance of storms by night. High 92°F.
