Average Snowfall in Des Moines, IA
36.5"
inches per year
Moderate Snow Area
What to Expect
That is about the US average annual snowfall of 28". At 36.5" per year, a solid snow shovel and windshield cover will get you through most storms. Keep ice melt and a scraper in the car.
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The Snowplow Original 36" Snow Pusher
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All-Season Car Windshield Cover
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Zanch 27" Snow Brush & Ice Scraper
Detachable design with wider snow brush and ergonomic foam grip. Clears snow and ice without damaging your windshield.
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Snow in Iowa
| City | Annual Snow |
|---|---|
| Des Moines | 36.5" |
| Cedar Rapids | 34.3" |
| Iowa City | 27.5" |
Snowfall Near Des Moines
| City | Distance | Annual Snow |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 105 mi | 34.3" |
| Iowa City, IA | 108 mi | 27.5" |
| Omaha, NE | 122 mi | 27.1" |
| Lincoln, NE | 169 mi | 26" |
| Rochester, MN | 177 mi | 52.3" |