Des Moines, IA – Showers and thunderstorms will spread from west to east across Iowa tonight and persist periodically through Friday. A few storms could be strong to severe on Friday, mainly in the afternoon and evening, with strong winds and hail the primary threats. The rain will then clear out Friday night, yielding to a dry and pleasant weekend with high temperatures in the upper 70s to mid-80s on Saturday and mid to upper 70s on Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Des Moines, scattered showers and storms will move across the state tonight, with lows ranging from 63 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit. Severe weather is unlikely overnight. However, periodic showers and thunderstorms are expected on Friday, with a few strong to severe storms mainly in the afternoon and evening. The primary threats are strong winds and hail, with highs between 77 and 83 degrees.
The NWS advises residents to stay informed about the weather conditions and be prepared for possible severe storms. As the rain clears out Friday night, the weekend will bring dry and pleasant weather. Saturday’s high temperatures are expected to be in the upper 70s to mid-80s, with Sunday seeing temperatures in the mid to upper 70s. Overall, the weekend promises clear skies and mild weather, providing a welcome break from the storms.