Davenport, Iowa – After morning fog lifts, clouds and mild temperatures are expected to linger across the Quad Cities region through the weekend, before a strong cold front brings blustery winds, falling temperatures, and a chance of snow late Sunday into Monday.
According to the National Weather Service Quad Cities, dense fog and drizzle may affect parts of eastern Iowa and western Illinois early Friday, reducing visibility during the morning commute. High temperatures today are forecast to range from 44 to 50 degrees north of I-80 and 50 to 57 degrees south, remaining well above late-December averages.
Mild conditions continue Saturday, with highs between 45 and 51 degrees north and 53 to 59 degrees south under mostly cloudy skies. Forecasters say the warmer air will persist into early Sunday ahead of an approaching cold front.
By Sunday morning, there is a chance of showers and even a thunderstorm south of Interstate 80, with rain probabilities near 70 percent in parts of the region. As the front moves through Sunday afternoon, temperatures are expected to turn sharply colder, with gusty northwest winds developing.
The National Weather Service notes a chance of snow north of I-80 Sunday afternoon and evening as colder air spreads in. While significant accumulations are not currently indicated, brief snowfall combined with strong winds could reduce visibility and make travel difficult.
By Monday, much colder air settles in, with highs only reaching 19 to 26 degrees across the Quad Cities area. Wind chills may make it feel even colder, marking a stark contrast from the mild conditions earlier in the weekend.
Residents are encouraged to remain weather-aware, especially during periods of fog and as conditions change rapidly late Sunday. Drivers should allow extra time and monitor updates as the cold front approaches.
