Davenport, Iowa – Holiday travelers across eastern Iowa and western Illinois can expect cloudy skies and cooler-than-normal temperatures through Memorial Day, with patchy light rain likely south of Highway 30 and I-80.
According to the National Weather Service Quad Cities office, scattered showers will develop overnight Saturday and persist intermittently through Tuesday, especially south of U.S. Highway 30. Rain chances range from 20% to 50% across the region, with daytime highs between 63°F and 71°F — several degrees below the seasonal average in the upper 70s.
Cities like Muscatine, Galesburg, and Burlington may see the most consistent drizzle, while Davenport and Moline remain mostly dry but overcast. Overnight lows will dip into the upper 40s and low 50s, prompting cooler mornings for holiday events and travel.
Drivers heading south on I-80 should remain alert for damp roadways, particularly during overnight hours when temperatures fall. No flooding or severe weather is expected, but residents should monitor updated forecasts and dress in layers for outdoor plans.
Light rain chances continue into Tuesday night, with clearer skies expected by midweek. No weather alerts are currently in effect, but updates will be issued if conditions shift.