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Iowa Weather: Quad Cities Heavy Rain Likely Through Friday
Davenport, IA – A prolonged stretch of rain is expected across the Quad Cities area beginning Tuesday night, with heavy rainfall potentially raising rivers and flooding fields through Friday morning.
By Lauren Beckett · 2026-09-29T23:15:24.208Z
Davenport, IA – A prolonged stretch of rain is expected across the Quad Cities area beginning Tuesday night, with heavy rainfall potentially raising rivers and flooding fields through Friday morning.
According to the National Weather Service Quad Cities office, wet weather will begin later Tuesday night and continue through Friday morning. Forecasters said heavy rainfall amounts are likely during the long duration event and could lead to field flooding and rising area rivers.
Tuesday night temperatures are forecast to fall into the 60 65 degree range, with showers and thunderstorms possible.
Rain chances increase Wednesday, with the NWS graphic showing probabilities ranging from 60% to 100% during the day. Highs are expected between 70 and 75 degrees. Wednesday night brings a 70% to 100% chance of precipitation, with lows from 62 to 67.
The unsettled pattern continues Thursday. Rain chances are forecast at 70% to 90% during the day as highs reach 66 to 73 degrees. Thursday night carries another 70% to 100% chance of rain, with temperatures dropping into the 50s.
Rain is expected to end Friday morning, according to the NWS forecast. Friday highs should range from 63 to 68 degrees before cooler and drier conditions develop Friday night, when lows could fall between 42 and 51.
The NWS did not provide specific rainfall totals in the posted forecast graphic, so the extent of any flooding remains uncertain. The primary concern is the cumulative effect of repeated rainfall over several days.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts through Friday morning, particularly for changes involving rainfall amounts, river levels or any flood related advisories.