Des Moines weather in August (Washington State, United States of America)
How is the weather in Des Moines in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In Des Moines the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. August is a summer month. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 14°C.
Des Moines in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 25 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 5 days.
With around 280 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Des Moines. June, July, August and September typically offer 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 August
Min Temperature
14°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
16%
Precipitation
25 mm
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
68% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
280 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
64% *
Where to go in the United States of America in August
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Des Moines in August?
For visitors traveling to Des Moines, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
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