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Des Moines, IA Weather on May 27
Des Moines hits 99°F on May 27, 2018
Des Moines experienced one of its most extreme May days when the temperature soared to 99°F on May 27, 2018, far exceeding the typical high of 76°F for this date. This record heat stood against the backdrop of a 55-year temperature range on this date, from a low of 38°F in 1992 to the 2018 peak, illustrating the dramatic seasonal variability the city can experience in late May. The 61-degree spread between extremes underscores just how unpredictable spring weather can be in Iowa.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Des Moines, IA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Des Moines?
The warmest May 27 in Des Moines, IA reached 99°F in 2018. That is 24°F above the long-term average high of 75°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Des Moines?
The coldest May 27 in Des Moines, IA dropped to 36°F in 1992. That is 17°F below the long-term average low of 53°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Des Moines?
On May 27, Des Moines averages a high of 75°F and a low of 53°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from ANKENY.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Des Moines?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Des Moines, IA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 27 Weather History in Des Moines
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 64°F | 55°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2024 | 78°F | 54°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 2023 | 81°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 78°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 78°F | 45°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 2020 | 79°F | 64°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 2019 | 78°F | 54°F | -- | -- |
| 2018 | 99°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 82°F | 55°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2016 | 81°F | 61°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 2015 | 69°F | 56°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 2014 | 79°F | 62°F | 0.86" | -- |
| 2013 | 59°F | 50°F | 2.24" | -- |
| 2012 | 93°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 68°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 84°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 67°F | 57°F | 5.23" | -- |
| 2008 | 81°F | 51°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 2007 | 73°F | 45°F | 0.58" | -- |
| 2006 | 82°F | 48°F | 0.81" | -- |
| 2005 | 75°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 73°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 82°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 74°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 63°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 63°F | 54°F | 1.98" | -- |
| 1999 | 78°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 76°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 54°F | 49°F | 1.78" | -- |
| 1996 | 55°F | 50°F | 1.63" | -- |
| 1995 | 71°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 77°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 77°F | 57°F | 1.17" | -- |
| 1992 | 55°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 81°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 69°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 70°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 83°F | 58°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1987 | 79°F | 63°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 1986 | 63°F | 58°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1985 | 78°F | 56°F | 1.17" | -- |
| 1984 | 60°F | 48°F | 0.94" | -- |
| 1983 | 80°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 74°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 80°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 90°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 75°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 86°F | 67°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1977 | 88°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 74°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 77°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 71°F | 55°F | 0.74" | -- |
| 1973 | 60°F | 55°F | 4.65" | -- |
| 1972 | 85°F | 59°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1971 | 56°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: ANKENY
How Has May 27 Changed?
The last decade has been 8.2°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Des Moines, IA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.