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Des Moines in June
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.1 in (130 mm) falling in Des Moines, alongside highs near 83°F (28°C) and lows of 63°F (17°C).
It scores 73/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~15 h
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What June feels like
Days are warm, averaging 83°F (28°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 63°F (17°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.1 in (130 mm) across the month.
Plan around June
June is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September & October).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Longest days of the year, about 15 h of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in May to 73/100.
- June sits inside the May – Oct window our Iowa Driftless & River Towns route recommends.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clothes83°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.1 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Des Moines in June
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Fong's Pizza
Des Moines cult pizzeria famous for the Crab Rangoon pizza and tiki-bar drinks, now in the old Peace Tree space.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.1 in of rain.
Downtown Farmers' Market
One of the largest Saturday markets in the Midwest, filling Court Avenue blocks.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.1 in of rain.
Court Avenue Brewing Company
Brewpub open since 1996 in a historic downtown warehouse.
Why now Easy to slot in when June's rain moves in.
Iowa State Capitol
Gold-domed capitol with a free tour and an ornate law library.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in June.
Raygun
Local print shop with screenprinted shirts and wry Midwest humor.
Nearby in June
- Omaha in June~122 mi · highs 83°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Decorah in June~151 mi · highs 78°F, 5.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Dubuque in June~164 mi · highs 80°F, 5.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Kansas City in June~179 mi · highs 84°F, 5.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Des Moines in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Des Moines?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 73/100 against a best of 90 in September & October. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 5.1 in (130 mm) of rain. June is inside the May – Oct window our Iowa Driftless & River Towns route recommends.
How hot is Des Moines in June?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Des Moines in June?
Yes: about 5.1 in (130 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 34.8 in (883 mm).
What should I pack for Des Moines in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.1 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Des Moines
Routes in season in June
- Iowa Driftless & River Towns May – Oct
Planning Des Moines in June?
Share this June plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.