Carter Lake, IA – Warmer-than-average temperatures will continue in Iowa through Thursday, but a shift in the weather pattern this weekend could bring rain and cooler conditions.
According to the National Weather Service, Thursday will be sunny with highs near 58°F. Winds will be light in the morning before picking up in the afternoon with gusts up to 18 mph. Overnight, skies remain clear with a low near 39°F.
Friday will be another warm day, reaching 63°F, but breezy conditions will develop as a southwest wind increases to 18 mph in the afternoon. By Friday night, temperatures will drop to 30°F under partly cloudy skies.
The weekend starts off mild, with highs near 46°F on Saturday, but overnight lows will fall into the mid-20s. Sunday brings increasing clouds and a chance of rain by nightfall, with temperatures reaching 52°F during the day.
Looking ahead to next week, Monday and Tuesday could see more rain and breezy conditions, with highs hovering in the upper 50s. Travelers should monitor forecasts for potential rain impacts early next week.
