ClimateForecastSeptemberOctober >>

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

Thinking of visiting Des Moines in September? Check the weather first! Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Des Moines is usually perfect in September, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 25°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 13°C.

Precipitation

Des Moines in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. This month experiences about 9 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With approximately 240 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, September is one of the better months to visit Des Moines. September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Des Moines, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 86 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 64%  

Where to go in the United States of America in September

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

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Des Moines.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.