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Sunday, July 12th, 2026
34°
Sunny
Feels like 29° · Low 17°
Today, Des Moines is set to face a notably hot day, with temperatures spiking up to 34 °F and offering slight relief at 16 °F by night. Gentle breezes are expected across Des Moines Today, with speeds reaching around 10 km/h. There's a slight chance of rain at 7%.
34° / 17°
Temp
7%
Rain
10 km/h
Wind
73%
Humidity
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 05:51 AM | 06:00 AM | 07:00 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 | 05:00 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 08:49 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 20.4° | 19.8° | 19.1° | 18.6° | 18° | 17.4° | Sunrise | 16.8° | 17.1° | 20.2° | 24.4° | 25° | 29.6° | 30.9° | 32.3° | 33.5° | 34.1° | 34.4° | 33.7° | 27.9° | 27.1° | 24.6° | Sunset | 22.2° | 21.1° | 20.4° | |
| feels like | 14.7° | 14.1° | 13.7° | 13° | 12.5° | 12.1° | 11.7° | 12.1° | 15.2° | 26.2° | 19.5° | 32.6° | 34° | 34.8° | 34.8° | 28.2° | 28.6° | 27.8° | 29.5° | 29.1° | 19.1° | 16.6° | 15.5° | 14.9° | |||
| wind speed | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 108° | 115° | 120° | 128° | 130° | 122° | 113° | 102° | 114° | 115° | 126° | 127° | 123° | 123° | 118° | 118° | 118° | 123° | 121° | 117° | 117° | 127° | 131° | 139° | |||
| wind direction | ESE | ESE | ESE | SE | SE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | SE | SE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | SE | SE | SE | |||
| 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 | 11% | 12% | 13% | 14% | 17% | 22% | 30% | 35% | 23% | 9% | 5% | 4% | 3% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 4% | 6% | 8% | 10% | 11% | 12% | |||
| 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% | 86% | 88% | 90% | 91% | 93% | 94% | 100% | 89% | 69% | 70% | 63% | 57% | 49% | 41% | 38% | 38% | 38% | 62% | 70% | 78% | 82% | 85% | 89% | |||
| dew point | 17.7° | 17.4° | 17.1° | 16.9° | 16.5° | 16.2° | 15.8° | 17.1° | 18.4° | 18.6° | 19.1° | 21.8° | 21.5° | 20.4° | 18.5° | 17.8° | 18° | 17.5° | 19.9° | 21.3° | 20.4° | 18.9° | 18.6° | 18.5° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 16 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 | 2% | 5% | 9% | 14% | 30% | 61% | 92% | 100% | 72% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 1.2 | 2.7 | 4.9 | 7.2 | 9.1 | 10 | 9.7 | 8.2 | 6 | 3.7 | 1.8 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Des Moines today
The weather in Des Moines today is expected to be noticeably warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 34 °F, compared to an average of 29.5 °F for July 12th in recent years.
temperatures
34 °F
rain
0 mm
wind
10 km/h
UV
Very High
Des Moines daylight overview ☀️
Today in Des Moines, The sun rises at 05:51 and sets at 20:49, giving a total daylight duration of 14 hours and 58 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 34° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Des Moines? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 7% chance of rain in Des Moines today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Des Moines? 🌀
The wind in Des Moines is expected to blow at 10 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 34 °F with a 7% 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 05:51 and set at 20:49 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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