Weather forecast for 10 daysWest Des Moines, IA
Weather forecast for the weekend
Saturday Oct 17, 2026
- 59°F
- 41°F
Sunny
- Precip. probability: 2%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 13mphSSW 202°
- Humidity: 55%
- UV index: 4
- Sunrise: 7:29 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:30 pm CDT
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On Saturday, October 17, sunny and dry conditions are anticipated.
Temperatures will oscillate between a refreshing 59°F at their highest and a wintry 41°F at their lowest.
Today's peak is forecasted to reflect the usual October high temperature of 60.6°F.
Sunrise was at 7:29 am and sunset will be at 6:30 pm; the daylight will last for 11h and 1min.
Temperatures will oscillate between a refreshing 59°F at their highest and a wintry 41°F at their lowest.
Today's peak is forecasted to reflect the usual October high temperature of 60.6°F.
Sunrise was at 7:29 am and sunset will be at 6:30 pm; the daylight will last for 11h and 1min.
Sunday Oct 18, 2026
- 68°F
- 43°F
Sunny
- Precip. probability: 5%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 16mphSSW 192°
- Humidity: 51%
- UV index: 4
- Sunrise: 7:30 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:29 pm CDT
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Tomorrow, on Sunday, October 18, sun-filled conditions are also expected to persist.
Temperature is anticipated to swing from a high of an agreeable 68°F to a low of a frosty 42.8°F.
The daily maximum temperature is predicted to be moderately higher than October's climate average of 60.6°F.
Sunrise will be at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:29 pm; tomorrow's daylight will last for 10h and 59min.
Temperature is anticipated to swing from a high of an agreeable 68°F to a low of a frosty 42.8°F.
The daily maximum temperature is predicted to be moderately higher than October's climate average of 60.6°F.
Sunrise will be at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:29 pm; tomorrow's daylight will last for 10h and 59min.
10-day overview
Daily temperatures
Warmest period: Thursday - Saturday 77°C.
Coldest day: today 59°C.
Coldest day: today 59°C.
Chance of precipitation
Highest chance: Wednesday 15%.
Long-term weather forecast
- Saturday
- Oct 17, 2026
- 59°F
- 41°F
Sunny
- Precip. probability: 2%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 13mphSSW 202°
- Humidity: 55%
- UV index: 4
- Sunrise: 7:29 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:30 pm CDT
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- Sunday
- Oct 18, 2026
- 68°F
- 43°F
Sunny
- Precip. probability: 5%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 16mphSSW 192°
- Humidity: 51%
- UV index: 4
- Sunrise: 7:30 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:29 pm CDT
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- Monday
- Oct 19, 2026
- 70°F
- 45°F
Partly Cloudy
- Precip. probability: 8%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 11mphS 175°
- Humidity: 58%
- UV index: 4
- Sunrise: 7:31 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:27 pm CDT
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- Tuesday
- Oct 20, 2026
- 70°F
- 52°F
Mostly Sunny
- Precip. probability: 6%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 9mphSSE 157°
- Humidity: 58%
- UV index: 4
- Sunrise: 7:32 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:26 pm CDT
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- Wednesday
- Oct 21, 2026
- 75°F
- 50°F
Partly Cloudy
- Precip. probability: 15%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 9mphS 179°
- Humidity: 59%
- UV index: 4
- Sunrise: 7:34 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:24 pm CDT
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- Thursday
- Oct 22, 2026
- 77°F
- 52°F
Mostly Sunny
- Precip. probability: 6%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 7mphSSE 156°
- Humidity: 62%
- UV index: 4
- Sunrise: 7:35 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:23 pm CDT
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- Friday
- Oct 23, 2026
- 77°F
- 57°F
Partly Cloudy
- Precip. probability: 5%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 13mphSSE 152°
- Humidity: 53%
- UV index: 3
- Sunrise: 7:36 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:21 pm CDT
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- Saturday
- Oct 24, 2026
- 77°F
- 55°F
Partly Cloudy
- Precip. probability: 10%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 13mphSSE 165°
- Humidity: 51%
- UV index: 3
- Sunrise: 7:37 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:20 pm CDT
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- Sunday
- Oct 25, 2026
- 68°F
- 52°F
Partly Cloudy
- Precip. probability: 13%
- Precipitation: 0"
- Wind: 10mphN 3°
- Humidity: 60%
- UV index: 3
- Sunrise: 7:38 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:19 pm CDT
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- Monday
- Oct 26, 2026
- 70°F
- 55°F
Partly Cloudy
- Precip. probability: 5%
- Precipitation: 0.08"
- Wind: 9mphSE 133°
- Humidity: 63%
- UV index: 3
- Sunrise: 7:39 am CDT
- Sunset: 6:17 pm CDT
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Weather patterns suggest that a combination of cloud-filled and sunny weather is anticipated.
Rainfall is not expected in West Des Moines in the upcoming days.
Expect a substantial fluctuation in daytime highs in the upcoming days. Forecast highs will fluctuate between 59°F and 77°F, while there will be also a marked difference in overnight low temperatures, as the minimum temperature is expected to range between 41°F and 57.2°F.
The warmest days in West Des Moines will be Thursday through next Saturday, with a maximum of 77°F; today is the coldest day, with a maximum temperature of 59°F.
Rainfall is not expected in West Des Moines in the upcoming days.
Expect a substantial fluctuation in daytime highs in the upcoming days. Forecast highs will fluctuate between 59°F and 77°F, while there will be also a marked difference in overnight low temperatures, as the minimum temperature is expected to range between 41°F and 57.2°F.
The warmest days in West Des Moines will be Thursday through next Saturday, with a maximum of 77°F; today is the coldest day, with a maximum temperature of 59°F.
Updated: Oct 17, 2026 @ 13:53:47 UTC
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Frequently asked questions
Today, in West Des Moines, expect consistent sunshine and open skies.
Today, the maximum temperature will be 59°F, while the minimum temperature will be 41°F.
Today, the highest temperature will be in line with the average maximum temperature in October. The lowest temperature will be a couple of degrees lower than the average low of 44.8°F.
Today, the highest temperature will be in line with the average maximum temperature in October. The lowest temperature will be a couple of degrees lower than the average low of 44.8°F.
On Saturday, in West Des Moines, sunrise was at 7:29 am and sunset will be at 6:30 pm (CDT).
In West Des Moines, today, there will be 11h and 1min of daylight.
On Sunday, in West Des Moines, clear skies and sunshine are anticipated.
Tomorrow, the maximum temperature will be 68°F, while the minimum temperature will be 42.8°F.
Tomorrow, the highest temperature will be relatively higher than the average maximum temperature in October. The lowest temperature tomorrow will be in line with the average low temperature.
Tomorrow, the highest temperature will be relatively higher than the average maximum temperature in October. The lowest temperature tomorrow will be in line with the average low temperature.
On Sunday, in West Des Moines, sunrise will be at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:29 pm (CDT).
Tomorrow, the daylight will last for 10h and 59min.





