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

Planning a trip to West Des Moines in October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In October, West Des Moines generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C.

West Des Moines in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 212 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm 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 West Des Moines climate page with graphs.

 

West Des Moines, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 212 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61% *  
* Data from: Des Moines, the United States of America (9 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in October

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

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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 West Des Moines in October?

For visitors traveling to West 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 in October.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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