Des Moines
SpringOff season ~56°F highs
Things to do in Des Moines in March
March is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Des Moines, with average highs around 56°F. Blooming parks and mild days make it easy to pack in sights.
Best picks for March
What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in March.
Des Moines in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Des Moines?
March is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Des Moines, with average highs around 56°F. Blooming parks and mild days make it easy to pack in sights.
What is the weather like in Des Moines in March?
Average daytime highs are around 56°F, compared with 85°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.
What are the best things to do in Des Moines in March?
Top picks for March: Iowa State Capitol, John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Lake Ahquabi State Park, Pilot Mound State Forest, Walnut Woods State Park.
