Des Moines weather in October (Washington State, United States of America)
What is the weather forecast for Des Moines in October? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.
Temperatures
Typically, October in Des Moines includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 16°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 8°C.
Precipitation
Des Moines in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 105 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 143 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.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 October
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
105 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
78% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
143 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
42% *
Where to go in the United States of America in October
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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So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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