Weather forecast for today
West Des Moines, IA

Weather forecast for today

Tuesday, Jun 24.

Thunderstorms
5:40 am

8:54 pm
CDT
Thunderstorms
81°F / 72°F
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Humidity: 82%
  • Precip. probability: 81%
  • Precipitation: 1.22"
  • UV index: 4
On Tuesday, in West Des Moines, rumbles of thunder are likely.
Intense precipitation of 1.22" is expected for today. A mild temperature range, peaking at a temperate 80.6°F and bottoming out at a delightful 71.6°F, is predicted.
The maximum heat index, which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at a humid 86°F. Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions.
The high is forecasted to coincide with June's normal of 79.5°F.
Sunrise was at 5:40 am and sunset will be at 8:54 pm; the daylight will last for 15h and 14min.

Current condition

Showers in the Vicinity
9:26 am CDT
Showers in the Vicinity
  • 72°F
  • Feels like: 72°F
  • Wind: 6mph SSE
  • Humidity: 92%
  • Dewpoint: 70°F
  • Pressure: 30.11"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
  • UV index: 2
In West Des Moines, at the moment, the weather nearby includes brief and intermittent rain showers.
The temperature is a delightful 71.6°F. The current temperature is at the minimum anticipated for today.

Weather radar - West Des Moines, IA

Doppler radar displays precipitation for the past 2h and forecasts the next 30min

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature now?
At 9:26 am CDT, the temperature is 71.6°F.
What is the weather forecast for West Des Moines for today?
Today, moderate to strong thunderstorms are in the outlook.
Will it rain today?
Yes, it will rain today. Be wary - intense precipitation of 1.22" is predicted.
What will be the highest temperature today?
Today, the highest temperature will be 80.6°F, while the lowest temperature will be 71.6°F. The maximum heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F.
The highest temperature will be in line with the average maximum of 79.5°F in June. The lowest temperature will be a couple of degrees higher than the average low of 62.8°F.
When are sunrise and sunset today?
On Tuesday, in West Des Moines, sunrise was at 5:40 am and sunset will be at 8:54 pm (CDT).
How long is the day today?
Today in West Des Moines, the daylight will last for 15h and 14min.

Hourly weather forecast

10 am
  • 73°F
  • Feels like:
    73°F
Light Rain
Light Rain
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.12"Hg
  • Humidity: 88%
  • Precip. probability: 75%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
11 am
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 8mph SW
  • Pressure: 30.12"Hg
  • Humidity: 84%
  • Precip. probability: 78%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 6mi
12 pm
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.12"Hg
  • Humidity: 84%
  • Precip. probability: 65%
  • Precipitation: 0.12"
  • Visibility: 6mi
1 pm
  • 77°F
  • Feels like:
    77°F
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 84%
  • Precip. probability: 77%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
2 pm
  • 77°F
  • Feels like:
    77°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 84%
  • Precip. probability: 65%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
3 pm
  • 79°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 6mph SW
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 79%
  • Precip. probability: 73%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
4 pm
  • 81°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 5mph SW
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 76%
  • Precip. probability: 41%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 7mi
5 pm
  • 81°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 5mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 74%
  • Precip. probability: 36%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
6 pm
  • 79°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 6mph SSE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 75%
  • Precip. probability: 16%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
7 pm
  • 79°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 5mph SE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 75%
  • Precip. probability: 16%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
8 pm
  • 79°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 4mph SSE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 79%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
Sunset: 8:54 pm
9 pm
  • 77°F
  • Feels like:
    82°F
Few Showers
Few Showers
  • Wind: 4mph ESE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 83%
  • Precip. probability: 30%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 10mi
10 pm
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    81°F
Isolated Thunderstorms
Isolated Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 5mph SSE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 91%
  • Precip. probability: 30%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 9mi
11 pm
  • 73°F
  • Feels like:
    79°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 4mph SE
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 95%
  • Precip. probability: 36%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
Today, in West Des Moines, a combination of unstable, rain-filled and dull weather is expected.
Rain is expected from 10 am to 3 pm, 5 pm, and from 9 pm to 11 pm. With light precipitation of 0.12", most rainfall is expected at 12 pm.
The temperature will be between a minimum of 73.4°F and a maximum of 80.6°F. The warmest part of the day will be at 4 pm and 5 pm.
The forecasted high will be similar to the typical June maximum of 79.5°F. The expected low will be more similar to what’s common in July than the current June average of 62.8°F.
Updated: Jun 24, 2025 @ 14:26:44 UTC
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West Des Moines, Iowa, USA

  • en: West Des Moines, Iowa, USA
  • es: West Des Moines, Iowa, EE.UU.
  • hr: Vest De Mojn, Ajova, SAD
  • sr: Vest De Mojn, Ajova, SAD
  • zh: 西得梅因, 爱荷华州, 美国
  • Latitude: 41.577212°
  • Longitude: -93.711332°
  • Elevation: 830 ft
  • Current time: 9:26am CDT
  • Sunrise: 5:40 am CDT
  • Sunset: 8:54 pm CDT
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
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