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Des Moines, IA Weather on April 9
Des Moines hit 86°F on April 9, 1977—a record that still stands
On April 9, 1977, Des Moines experienced an unseasonably warm spring day when temperatures soared to 86°F, establishing the record high for this date that persists across 55 years of weather data. This extreme stands 27 degrees above the typical high of 59°F for April 9, reflecting a dramatic swing from the coldest April 9 on record, when the thermometer plummeted to 19°F in 1997. The 67-degree difference between the record high and low underscores the volatile nature of spring weather in the Midwest.
What to Expect on April 9
Planning for April 9th in Des Moines, IA? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 9 ever in Des Moines?
The warmest April 9 in Des Moines, IA reached 79°F in 2001. That is 22°F above the long-term average high of 57°F.
What was the coldest April 9 ever in Des Moines?
The coldest April 9 in Des Moines, IA dropped to 16°F in 1997. That is 17°F below the long-term average low of 33°F.
What is the average temperature on April 9 in Des Moines?
On April 9, Des Moines averages a high of 57°F and a low of 33°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from ANKENY.
How many years of weather data are available for April 9 in Des Moines?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 9 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.
April 9 Weather History in Des Moines
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 67°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 68°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 72°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 58°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 54°F | 46°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2020 | 69°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 66°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 34°F | 26°F | 0.2" | 0.5" |
| 2017 | 74°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 46°F | 20°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 52°F | 42°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 2014 | 55°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 73°F | 43°F | 1.88" | -- |
| 2012 | 71°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 53°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 55°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 57°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 54°F | 32°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2007 | 43°F | 20°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 56°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 71°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 64°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 37°F | 18°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 51°F | 32°F | 0.48" | -- |
| 2001 | 79°F | 36°F | 5.84" | -- |
| 2000 | 53°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 56°F | 41°F | 2.62" | -- |
| 1998 | 45°F | 39°F | 1.65" | -- |
| 1997 | 29°F | 16°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 50°F | 19°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 56°F | 37°F | 3.18" | -- |
| 1994 | 69°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 48°F | 33°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1992 | 53°F | 35°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 1991 | 70°F | 38°F | 1.91" | -- |
| 1990 | 70°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 40°F | 22°F | 0" | 0.2" |
| 1988 | 70°F | 40°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1987 | 76°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 60°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 58°F | 21°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 48°F | 40°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1983 | 44°F | 32°F | 1.63" | 2" |
| 1982 | 39°F | 16°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 68°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 43°F | 32°F | 0.33" | 0.5" |
| 1979 | 45°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 58°F | 45°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1977 | 73°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 62°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 52°F | 31°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1974 | 51°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 30°F | 27°F | 1.24" | 8.6" |
| 1972 | 44°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 76°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: ANKENY
How Has April 9 Changed?
The last decade has been 6.3°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.