Des Moines · June
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 83°F, dipping to 65°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
83° / 65°F
Humidity
68%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
12 mph
What June feels like in Des Moines
Sunrise
05:41
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:49
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Des Moines in June
The kit for June in Des Moines: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
June vs the surrounding months
vs May
+11° avg high
-3 rain days
Des Moines in May →
June
83°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs July
-2° avg high
+3 rain days
Des Moines in July →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Des Moines in June?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Des Moines in June?+
Average high 83°F, average low 65°F.
How does June compare to surrounding months in Des Moines?+
Compared to May (avg high 71°F), June is warmer. Compared to July (avg high 85°F), June is cooler.
Does it rain often in Des Moines in June?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in June, on average.