Des Moines weather in May (Washington State, United States of America)
How's the weather trend in Des Moines as May approaches? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
The month of May in Des Moines typically brings pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 19°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 8°C.
Precipitation
Des Moines in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 12 days of rain.Average sunshine
There are approximately 254 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer 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 May
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
59 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
68% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
254 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
54% *
Where to go in the United States of America in May
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
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. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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