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

What is the weather forecast for West Des Moines in August? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of August in West Des Moines typically brings high temperatures and high rainfall. During August, you’ll experience the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 18°C.

Precipitation

West Des Moines in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. You can typically expect 11 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 299 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

West Des Moines, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 36%  

Precipitation 116 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 299 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 70% *  

* Data from: Des Moines, the United States of America (9 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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