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Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
1°
Overcast
Today, Des Moines will be chilly with temperatures possibly hitting a high of 1 °F, dropping to around -1 °F by night. Gentle breezes are expected across Des Moines Today, with speeds reaching around 8 km/h. Expect a humid atmosphere, with levels hovering around 88%.
1° / -1°
Temp
0%
Rain
8 km/h
Wind
88%
Humidity
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Des Moines hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 06:00 AM | 07:00 AM | 07:42 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 04:57 PM | 05:00 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | -1.7° | -1.5° | -1.4° | -1.4° | -1.3° | -1.3° | -1.2° | -1° | Sunrise | -0.9° | -0.7° | -0.2° | 0.2° | 0.5° | 0.8° | 1.1° | 1.2° | 1.1° | Sunset | 0.9° | 0.7° | 0.5° | 0.3° | 0.2° | -0.5° | -1.1° | |
| feels like | -4.1° | -3.6° | -3.3° | -3.1° | -3° | -2.9° | -2.8° | -2.7° | -2.7° | -2.6° | -2.5° | -2.4° | -2.4° | -2.2° | -2° | -1.8° | -1.8° | -1.8° | -1.9° | -2.2° | -2.4° | -2.7° | -3.2° | -3.6° | |||
| wind speed | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 4 km/h | 2 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 5 km/h | 1 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 6 km/h | 6 km/h | 6 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 50° | 48° | 46° | 48° | 52° | 59° | 76° | 73° | 76° | 102° | 111° | 167° | 184° | 225° | 243° | 256° | 253° | 157° | 128° | 129° | 135° | 134° | 125° | 121° | |||
| wind direction | NE | NE | NE | NE | NE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ESE | ESE | SSE | S | SW | WSW | WSW | WSW | SSE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | ESE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 84% | 84% | 84% | 85% | 85% | 86% | 87% | 87% | 88% | 88% | 88% | 86% | 85% | 85% | 85% | 86% | 86% | 90% | 92% | 94% | 94% | 95% | 95% | 84% | |||
| dew point | -3.7° | -3.8° | -3.6° | -3.5° | -3.5° | -3.2° | -3.1° | -3° | -2.6° | -2.4° | -2.2° | -1.8° | -1.6° | -1.4° | -1° | -0.9° | -0.7° | -0.5° | -0.4° | -0.4° | -0.5° | -0.6° | -0.7° | -3.7° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 85% | 78% | 70% | 74% | 76% | 78% | 89% | 94% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 98% | 97% | 96% | 88% | 85% | 81% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 1.3 | 1.6 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Des Moines today
The temperature today in Des Moines is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 1 °F, closely aligning with the historical average for January 3rd.
temperatures
1 °F
rain
0 mm
wind
8 km/h
snow
0 cm
Des Moines daylight overview ☀️
Today in Des Moines, The sun rises at 07:42 and sets at 16:57, giving a total daylight duration of 9 hours and 15 minutes.
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The weather today in Des Moines - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Des Moines?
The maximum temperature for today in Des Moines is expected to be 1° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it snow today in Des Moines? ❄️
No, there is no significant chance of snow in Des Moines today. It should be snow-free.
Will it rain today in Des Moines? 🌧️
No, there is no significant chance of rain in Des Moines today. It should be a dry day.
What will be the wind speed today in Des Moines? 🌀
The wind in Des Moines is expected to blow at 8 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Des Moines today?
Given the forecast of 1 °F with a 0% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Des Moines today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Des Moines today?
The sun is expected to rise at 07:42 and set at 16:57 in Des Moines.
How accurate is the weather forecast Des Moines today? ✅
Des Moines weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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