Des Moines, Iowa – A midweek storm chance could bring showers and evening rumbles to central Iowa by Wednesday, with Des Moines drivers along I-235 urged to stay alert during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service, Des Moines faces a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms Wednesday evening, mainly before midnight. While rainfall totals should remain light—generally under a tenth of an inch—localized downpours and lightning may still impact visibility and outdoor plans.
Thursday kicks off a string of dry, sunny spring days, with highs in the low to mid-70s and overnight lows in the 40s. Winds remain mild, shifting from the east to the northeast between 5 and 10 mph. Friday and Saturday will feel more like early summer, with highs climbing to 81°F by Saturday under clear skies…