Davenport, Iowa – Unseasonable warmth grips eastern Iowa this week, with highs nearing 90 degrees in the Quad Cities through Tuesday before a noticeable October cool-down arrives by midweek. Drivers along Interstate 74 and Highway 61 should prepare for shifts in visibility as clouds increase by Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in the Quad Cities, Monday and Tuesday will stay mostly sunny with highs close to 89 degrees. Light winds and dry air will keep travel smooth, but afternoon sun may increase glare on major roadways. Conditions start to change late Tuesday night as cloud cover builds ahead of cooler, more seasonable fall weather.
Wednesday’s highs will dip into the mid-80s, marking the first sign of October’s cooler pattern. Morning commuters may notice a gray start under partly sunny skies. While rain chances remain slim, thicker cloud cover could affect visibility during early drives.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the warm stretch early in the week for outdoor plans, yard work, or final fall projects. Keep water handy for children and pets, as afternoon heat may still feel summerlike. By Thursday, temperatures trend back toward seasonal averages in the mid-80s with crisp mornings near 60 degrees.
Looking ahead, Friday and Saturday continue mild with plenty of sunshine, ideal for outdoor events and fall sports. The next weather shift could arrive late in the weekend with another round of cloud cover.
More updates will follow as October weather patterns settle in.
Five Day Forecast for Davenport, Iowa
- Monday: Sunny, high 89.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 89.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high 85.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 87.
- Friday: Clear, high 89.
