Iowa–Illinois – Frost clings to windshields along the Mississippi River as the Quad Cities wake to a quiet, biting start. Temperatures sit near 16 degrees this morning at Moline Airport, with light winds and clear skies allowing cold to settle into low-lying neighborhoods and river crossings.
According to the National Weather Service, clouds increase today while highs climb to the lower 30s. The warming feels modest, but it is enough to soften leftover ice by afternoon. That melt becomes a problem later. After sunset, temperatures slip back into the mid-20s, raising the risk for flash freezing on bridges, ramps, and shaded stretches of I-74 and I-80.
Sunday marks a noticeable turn. Clouds thin through the morning, and highs rise near 39 degrees by afternoon. Roads improve steadily, though damp spots may linger early. Sunday night stays relatively mild for February, setting the stage for a sharp temperature surge early next week.
Monday delivers the headline change. Sunshine pushes highs into the mid-50s across Davenport, Rock Island, Moline, and Bettendorf. By Tuesday, temperatures climb again, topping out near 56 degrees. Snow piles shrink fast, and sidewalks turn wet rather than icy. That thaw reflects a broader Midwest warmup as Arctic air retreats east.
Midweek cools slightly but remains manageable. Wednesday brings highs in the mid-40s with partial sunshine. Later in the week, a weak system may introduce a rain-and-snow mix, though impacts look limited for now. Looking into the six- to ten-day window, above-normal temperatures suggest winter loses its grip more often than not.
Drivers should stay alert for slick spots later today and tonight. Feeling the warmup already? Share what you’re seeing around the Quad Cities.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for the Quad Cities (IA–IL)
- Today: Increasing clouds. High near 32°F.
- Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Low near 24°F.
- Sunday: Gradual clearing. High near 39°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny and much warmer. High near 54°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, springlike. High near 56°F.
