Des Moines Aug 19, 2026

6 dry days in a row could start 2026-08-27. A dry day here means 1mm of rain or less; the important number is the length of the run. Crops in flowering or fruit-set windows are most exposed.

Around 204.3mm of rain has fallen over the past 14 days — above the 2.5mm typical for this period. A healthier water balance is restoring across this area.

3 days in a row could stay below 15°C, starting 2026-08-27. Longer than this region usually sees at this time of year. Crops in flowering, livestock, and rooftop venues may be exposed.