Quad Cities, IA/IL – A widespread round of beneficial rainfall is expected across eastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois beginning Tuesday night and continuing through Friday, bringing what forecasters say could be the region’s most significant rainfall since early January.
According to the US National Weather Service Quad Cities office, multiple weather systems will move through the area this week, increasing the likelihood of measurable rainfall. Most communities south of Interstate 80 face a medium to high probability — between 60% and 90% — of receiving more than one inch of total precipitation by Friday, March 6.
Cities including Burlington, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Dubuque, Iowa City, and Moline are all within the higher probability zone, with the greatest chances concentrated in southeast Iowa and west-central Illinois. Forecasters say the rainfall will help ease ongoing moderate to severe drought conditions impacting parts of the region.
The steadiest rainfall is expected Tuesday night into Wednesday, with another round possible later Wednesday and into Friday. While the rain is expected to be beneficial overall, drivers should prepare for reduced visibility and slick roads during heavier downpours. Isolated thunderstorms are also possible, especially toward Wednesday and Friday.
At this time, no flooding concerns are anticipated, officials said. However, rainfall intensity and placement could still shift over the next several days.
Commuters along I-80 and surrounding highways should monitor updated forecasts before heading out.
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