Illinois and Iowa – A crisp 29-degree start grips the Quad Cities before sunrise, with clear skies and light winds keeping roads dry but cold. Temperatures sit at 31°F at Moline’s Quad City International Airport. Bridges along I-74 and I-80 may hold a light chill early, though no widespread ice is reported.
According to the National Weather Service in the Quad Cities, sunshine pushes highs to 65°F later today. South winds increase to 10 to 15 mph, with gusts near 30 mph. That rapid February warmup signals a sharp midweek swing.
Clouds increase tonight with lows near 40°F. Tuesday stays mild, reaching 63°F under mostly cloudy skies. Rain chances rise Tuesday night, with a 50% chance after sunset. Lows hold near 50°F, limiting any icy concerns.
Wednesday, February 18, turns sunny and warm again, with highs near 65°F. Spring vibes peak midweek before another system approaches. Thursday brings a 40% chance of rain during the afternoon, with highs near 59°F.
By Thursday night, colder air begins to filter in. Forecasters indicate a 50% chance of precipitation, with rain possibly mixing with snow as temperatures fall toward 32°F. While heavy snow is not guaranteed, late-week timing could create slick spots into early Friday.
Looking ahead to President’s Day Week, the 6- to 10-day outlook favors near- to above-normal temperatures across eastern Iowa and western Illinois. Expect continued temperature swings, periodic rain, and brief winter reminders as February Weather transitions toward early spring.
