Des Moines, Iowa Weather:
Active Weather Warnings
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Sunny with a Chance of Thunderstorms
Day 91°
Night 72°
Precipitation 55 %
Wind 12 mph
UV Index (0 - 11+) 5
Weather Forecast History
Last Year's Weather on This Day (July 2, 2025)
Sunny with a Chance of Thunderstorms

Day

88°

Night

70°

Wind

8 mph

UV Index

7

Precipitation

42 %

Weather Alerts and Warnings for

Severe Expected Likely

Extreme Heat Warning

Extreme Heat Warning issued June 30 at 12:01PM CDT until July 2 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Jun 30, 12:01 PM Jul 2, 10:00 PM
WHAT: Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 104
expected.

WHERE: Portions of southern and southeast Iowa.

WHEN: Until 10 PM CDT Thursday.

IMPACTS: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
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Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Updated: Jun 30, 6:12 PM Source: NWS Alert