June weather forecast
Des Moines, IA

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Weather in June

June brings the summer season to Des Moines, showcasing peak daylight hours and high sunshine hours that encourage outdoor activities. A decrease in relative humidity offers the perfect environment for summer cookouts and picnics. Temperatures rise noticeably, and the amount of rain lessens compared to the previous month. June witnesses the highest recorded temperatures, ranging from 62.8°F (17.1°C) to 79.5°F (26.4°C). This heralds the advent of hot summer days, creating a soothing contrast to the cold start of the year.

Temperature

The beginning of June marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from May's pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C) to a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C). In Des Moines, the average nighttime temperature during June is an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Des Moines, in June, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Des Moines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Des Moines, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 15h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of June, in Des Moines, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In June, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In June, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in June?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during June are 79.5°F (26.4°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in June?

In June, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in June?

In Des Moines, during June, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Des Moines, snow does not fall in June through September.

Does it snow in June?

In June, it doesn't snow. May is the latest month when it typically snows.

When are the longest days?

June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 15h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Des Moines have in June?

In Des Moines, the average day length in June is 15h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in June?

On the first day of June, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in June?

The average sunshine duration in June is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in June?

In June, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in June
Des Moines, IA

Average temperature in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average high temperature in June: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in June: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in June
Des Moines, IA

Average pressure in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average pressure in June: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in June
Des Moines, IA

Average wind speed in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average wind speed in June: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in June
Des Moines, IA

Average humidity in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average humidity in June: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in June
Des Moines, IA

Average rainfall in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average rainfall in June: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in June
Des Moines, IA

Average rainfall days in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average rainfall days in June: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in June
Des Moines, IA

Average snowfall in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average snowfall in June: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in June
Des Moines, IA

Average snowfall days in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average snowfall days in June: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in June /
Average sunshine in June
Des Moines, IA

Average daylight in June / Average sunshine in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average daylight in June: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in June: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in June
Des Moines, IA

Average sunshine days in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average sunshine days in June: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in June
Des Moines, IA

Average UV index in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average UV index in June: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in June
Des Moines, IA

Average cloud cover in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average cloud cover in June: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in June
Des Moines, IA

Average visibility in June - Des Moines, IA
  • Average visibility in June: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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