Average weather for Des Moines in September
It's warm in September in Des Moines with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
Start of September
The month of September starts in Des Moines with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 15°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid September
By mid-September, daytime temps drop to around 23°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of September
By the end of September, the average daytime temperature in Des Moines is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In September, there is an average of 91 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Des Moines in September |
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23°C | 27°C | |
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27°C | 31°C | |
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18°C | -5°C | |
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91 mm | 57 mm | |
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7 days | 9 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is September a good time to visit Des Moines?
Looking for great weather? September is a good time to be in Des Moines. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2020, Des Moines reached the highest temperature in September over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in September in Des Moines
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in September 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 September in Des Moines
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in September 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 September, you can expect about 7 days of precipitation in Des Moines.
Daily UV index in September in Des Moines
This chart shows the average daily UV index in September 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 September in Des Moines over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in September in Des Moines, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in September in Des Moines over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in September in Des Moines, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in September for Des Moines
Click on any day in September to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Des Moines. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.






























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Average weather in Des Moines by month
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