The temperatures in Des Moines in October are quite cold with temperatures between 7°C and 17°C, warm clothes are a must.
You can expect about 3 to 8 days of rain in Des Moines during the month of October. It’s a good idea to bring along your umbrella so that you don’t get caught in poor weather.
Please note that Des Moines can expect a few days of snow in October.
Our weather forecast can give you a great sense of what weather to expect in Des Moines in October 2025.
If you’re planning to visit Des Moines in the near future, we highly recommend that you review the 14 day weather forecast for Des Moines before you arrive.
Temperatures
17° / 7°
Rainy Days
5
Snowy Days
1
Dry Days
25
Rainfall
97
mm
Sun Hours
9.1
Hrs
