Des Moines
April
Weather in Des Moines for April 2025
Your guide to Des Moines weather in April - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Des Moines at the beginning of April is 10.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 18.1 °F by the end of April.
The climate of Des Moines in April is notably wet, with an average of 13 rainy days.
Snowfall in Des Moines during April is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
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16
Dry days
13
Rainy days
1
Snow days
16°/7°
Temperatures
28 km/h
Avg max wind
68 %
Avg humidity
Des Moines in April average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  7° | 2  11° | 3  9° | 4  6° | 5  11° | 6 12° | |
| 7 17° | 8 17° | 9  16° | 10 19° | 11  15° | 12 16° | 13  23° |
| 14 25° | 15  25° | 16  21° | 17 15° | 18  9° | 19 13° | 20 10° |
| 21  13° | 22 17° | 23 17° | 24 14° | 25 16° | 26 18° | 27 21° |
| 28 19° | 29 16° | 30 23° |
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Temperatures trend during April in Des Moines
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April weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr. 1 | Light rain shower | 7° /4° | 2.5 mm | 2 | |
| Apr. 2 | Light drizzle | 11° /3° | 0.4 mm | 3 | |
| Apr. 3 | Blowing snow | 9° /1° | 0.2 mm | 2 | |
| Apr. 4 | Light snow | 6° /1° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| Apr. 5 | Partly cloudy | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 6 | Partly cloudy | 12° /1° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 7 | Light rain shower | 17° /7° | 9.9 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 8 | Partly cloudy | 17° /8° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| Apr. 9 | Overcast | 16° /4° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 10 | Partly cloudy | 19° /8° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| Apr. 11 | Cloudy | 15° /9° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 12 | Cloudy | 16° /5° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 13 | Thundery outbreaks possible | 23° /7° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| Apr. 14 | Partly cloudy | 25° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| Apr. 15 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 25° /12° | 15.8 mm | 6 | |
| Apr. 16 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 21° /13° | 35.2 mm | 5 | |
| Apr. 17 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /8° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 18 | Moderate rain | 9° /6° | 11.3 mm | 2 | |
| Apr. 19 | Cloudy | 13° /4° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Apr. 20 | Partly cloudy | 10° /1° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 21 | Sunny | 13° /2° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 22 | Overcast | 17° /4° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 23 | Partly cloudy | 17° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| Apr. 24 | Cloudy | 14° /5° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Apr. 25 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /8° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 26 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 18° /11° | 28.3 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 27 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 21° /13° | 10.7 mm | 5 | |
| Apr. 28 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 19° /14° | 6.7 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 29 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Apr. 30 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 23° /7° | 3.2 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Des Moines in April is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Des Moines forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Des Moines in April - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Des Moines during April?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 16° and cooler nights around 7°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Des Moines during April?
Significant rainfall exceeding 126.3 mm is expected in Des Moines during April, occurring over more than 13 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Des Moines during April?
The average wind speed in Des Moines during April is 28 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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