United StatesAverage weather for Des Moines in February
It's cold in February in Des Moines with an average temperature of 9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 7°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 5°C.
Start of February
The month of February starts in Des Moines with cold temps, averaging around 9°C during the day and nights around 4°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps rise to around 10°C, with nights around 5°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Des Moines is around 10°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In February, there is an average of 138 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 5,6 cm falls as snow in February. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Des Moines in February |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
9°C | 6°C | |
 Max. temperature |
11°C | 10°C | |
| Min. temperature |
7°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
138 mm | 82 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 11 days | |
 Total snowfall |
5,6 cm | 34 cm | |
| Snowy days |
3 days | 12 days | |
January
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is February a good time to visit Des Moines?
Looking for sun? February isn’t a good month to be in Des Moines. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 17°C in 2015, Des Moines reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -2°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 12°C.
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Daily Temperature in February in Des Moines
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in February for Des Moines, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in February in Des Moines
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Des Moines, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Des Moines.
Daily Snowfall in February in Des Moines
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in February in Des Moines, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in February.
Daily UV index in February in Des Moines
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Des Moines, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in February in Des Moines over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in February in Des Moines, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in February in Des Moines over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Des Moines, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in February in Des Moines per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in February in Des Moines, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in February for Des Moines
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Average weather in Des Moines by month
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