Des Moines weather in March (Iowa, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Des Moines in March? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In March, Des Moines typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 10°C, while nights can cool down to about -1°C.

Des Moines in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 208 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Des Moines. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Des Moines climate page with graphs.

 

Des Moines, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 54 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 62%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 208 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 56%  

Where to go in the United States of America in March

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Des Moines in March?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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