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Iowa-Illinois Weather Oct. 24-27: Highs Near 77, Rain Unlikely
Davenport, IA — Residents across eastern Iowa and western Illinois can expect an extended stretch of unusually warm late October weather from Saturday, Oct. 24, through Tuesday, Oct. 27, with afternoo
By Nora Whitfield · 2026-10-24T11:20:00.992Z
Davenport, IA — Residents across eastern Iowa and western Illinois can expect an extended stretch of unusually warm late October weather from Saturday, Oct. 24, through Tuesday, Oct. 27, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the upper 70s and little rainfall expected.
According to the National Weather Service Quad Cities office, above normal temperatures will continue through the weekend and into next week, bringing pleasant fall conditions across the region.
Weekend Highs Could Reach 77 Degrees Saturday, Oct. 24, will bring partly sunny skies and afternoon highs between 73 and 76 degrees across the forecast area.
South winds of 10 to 20 mph are expected, with overnight temperatures falling between 49 and 53 degrees.
Sunday, Oct. 25, could be the warmest day of the forecast period, with highs ranging from 73 to 77 degrees.
Communities around Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline, Rock Island and surrounding portions of eastern Iowa and western Illinois can expect favorable conditions for outdoor activities and weekend travel.
Warm Weather Continues Into Next Week Monday, Oct. 26, will bring slightly cooler temperatures, although conditions will remain mild for late October.
Afternoon highs are forecast between 64 and 74 degrees, with overnight lows ranging from 44 to 52 degrees.
Tuesday, Oct. 27, will feature highs between 66 and 72 degrees, followed by nighttime temperatures ranging from 50 to 54 degrees.
Partly sunny skies are expected throughout the four day period.
When Will Rain Return? The National Weather Service indicates that rainfall chances will remain low into next week, with temperatures continuing to average above normal for late October.
The prolonged dry pattern should provide favorable conditions for fall cleanup, outdoor events and travel throughout the Quad Cities region.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts as temperatures and rainfall chances evolve later in the week.