Des Moines in October
7.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
8Rainy days (70 mm)
10:51 hDaylight
07:34Sunrise · 18:25 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Some rain: about 8 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in October varies a lot between years (±3.1 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C | -9°C | 30 mm | 7 | – | – | 4.2 |
| February | 2°C | -7°C | 40 mm | 7 | – | – | 4.4 |
| March | 10°C | -1°C | 66 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.7 |
| April | 17°C | 5°C | 107 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.7 |
| May | 23°C | 12°C | 136 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.0 |
| June | 28°C | 17°C | 124 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 30°C | 19°C | 93 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 29°C | 18°C | 93 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| September | 25°C | 13°C | 91 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 18°C | 7°C | 70 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.4 |
| November | 10°C | 0°C | 53 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.0 |
| December | 2°C | -6°C | 41 mm | 6 | – | – | 4.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Des Moines in October?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Des Moines?
The best months are September, August, July, June.