Des Moines is starting Wednesday around 57 degrees under partly cloudy skies, but the city is headed for a much warmer afternoon near 77. The calm window will not last: showers and thunderstorms become more likely after sunset, with another wet stretch arriving just in time for Halloween weekend.
Warm, Windy Wednesday Before Storms
A slight chance of showers is in the forecast early Wednesday, followed by mostly sunny skies in the afternoon. Southerly flow is expected, with gusts potentially reaching 30 mph at times across the state, according to the National Weather Service in Des Moines.
The more active weather is expected later Wednesday into the overnight hours. A few stronger storms are possible, and the National Weather Service has placed parts of the region under a marginal risk for severe weather, with gusty winds among the primary concerns.
Thursday Offers A Brief Dry Break
The front should move through around midnight or shortly afterward, leaving Thursday sunny and cooler with a high near 70. Winds will be lighter from the north-northeast, giving Des Moines a short breather before the next storm system arrives.
Rain Complicates Halloween Weekend
Rain showers are likely after 1 a.m. Friday, and showers with likely thunder are expected Friday. Saturday brings likely showers and a high near 66, so outdoor Halloween plans may need rain gear and a backup location.
The updated timing is a wetter turn from an earlier Hoodline forecast, which already flagged a soggy holiday weekend but had less detail on the late-week storm chances. Saturday night brings a lower 40% chance of showers, with temperatures settling near 54.
More Showers Could Follow Next Week
Sunday looks mostly cloudy, with lingering morning showers possible. Another round of wet weather is possible early next week, while temperatures remain seasonal or above normal.
