Illinois–Iowa weather feels quiet but watchful this morning as cold air grips the Quad Cities at 32 degrees. A pale sun filters through mostly cloudy skies, and north winds keep a biting edge along the Mississippi River.
Light snow is possible north of Highway 30 today, especially near Highway 20, with totals under 1 inch. According to the National Weather Service in the Quad Cities, most accumulation will stay minor, but brief slick spots could develop on untreated roads. Highs reach near 41 degrees, helping limit impacts.
Drivers along I-80 and I-74 should stay alert for isolated slushy patches, particularly on bridges. This is prime flash-freeze season. Any moisture that melts during the afternoon can refreeze quickly after sunset as temperatures fall to around 20 degrees tonight.
Sunday brings increasing clouds and a cooler high near 36. A 30% chance of snow develops Sunday night, mainly before midnight, with lows near 23. Even light snow could create thin coatings south of Interstate 80.
Monday turns partly sunny and milder, reaching 44 degrees. Rain arrives Monday night with a 70% chance as temperatures hold in the mid-30s. Tuesday looks wetter, with an 80% chance of rain and highs near 46. Rain chances linger into Wednesday as highs jump to 53, signaling a March pattern shift.
Long-range trends favor above-normal temperatures late next week, with readings pushing near 60 by Thursday and low 60s by Friday. Early spring warmth is building after this late winter chill.
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Five Day Outlook for the Quad Cities (Moline–Davenport):
Today: Mostly cloudy. High 41.
Sunday: Increasing clouds. High 36.
Monday: Partly sunny. High 44.
Tuesday: Rain. High 46.
Wednesday: Chance of rain. High 53.
