In 197 days · Tue, Apr 20, 2027
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When
Tuesday, April 20th, 2027
Where
Western Gateway Park, Des Moines IA
Distance
1 Mile
Typical weather
43–62°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2026
36–66°F
dry
2025
43–51°F
rain
2024
34–49°F
dry
2023
43–63°F
rain
2022
46–53°F
rain
2021
34–44°F
dry
2020
37–64°F
dry
2019
36–69°F
dry
2018
28–56°F
dry
2017
48–67°F
dry
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