Fibromyalgia Weather Forecast for Des Moines, IA
Tuesday, August 11 · updated throughout the day · scores run 0–100, higher is a kinder day
Manageable
A manageable day, but worth pacing. Some factors may affect Fibromyalgia symptoms.
5-day outlook
Today
63
Manageable
Wed
62
Manageable
Thu
78
Good
Fri
75
Good
Sat
58
Manageable
How weather affects fibromyalgia
Not every weather factor hits every condition the same way. These are the inputs our Fibromyalgia scoring model weighs most heavily — and in Des Moines (Central U.S.), they interact with the local climate pattern: Minneapolis, Dallas, and Chicago — continental weather swings across the central plains and Great Lakes.
Barometric pressure changes
27% of scoreBarometric pressure changes are associated with increased fibromyalgia pain, likely through effects on joint capsule pressure and sensory nerve sensitization. Individual responses vary widely.
Temperature
22% of scoreCold is one of the most commonly reported fibromyalgia triggers. Fibromyalgia patients show significantly abnormal cold pain thresholds, perceiving cold as painful at much higher temperatures than healthy individuals.
Humidity
15% of scoreHigher humidity is associated with increased pain perception and stiffness in fibromyalgia patients, possibly through altered nerve conduction and tissue swelling.
Daily temperature swings
15% of scoreLarge temperature swings within a day force the body to constantly adapt, triggering flares in temperature-sensitive fibromyalgia patients.
Air quality
10% of scorePoor air quality increases systemic inflammation and can worsen fibromyalgia fatigue and cognitive symptoms (fibro fog).
This forecast uses Des Moines's weather. Yours should use your street's.
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Research behind the Fibromyalgia model
- Fagerlund AJ, et al. 'Blame it on the weather? The association between pain in fibromyalgia, relative humidity, temperature and barometric pressure.' PLoS ONE. 2019;14(5):e0216902.
- Berwick RJ, et al. 'A systematic review into the influence of temperature on fibromyalgia pain: meteorological studies and quantitative sensory testing.' The Journal of Pain. 2021;22(5):473-486.
- Hayashi K, et al. 'Weather sensitivity associated with quality of life in patients with fibromyalgia.' BMC Rheumatology. 2021;5:14.
Felt That is not a medical service. Forecast scores describe weather conditions associated with symptom changes in published research and community-reported patterns — they are not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual responses to weather vary widely. Always consult your healthcare provider about managing your condition.