Des Moines, IA – Iowa is set to experience a turbulent start to the week with a combination of extreme heat and severe weather conditions. High temperatures will climb into the 90s across much of the state through Tuesday, with heat index values exceeding 100 degrees in western regions today and likely surpassing 100 degrees in the south on Tuesday. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours.
According to the US National Weather Service Des Moines, the heatwave will be accompanied by an increased chance of severe thunderstorms starting this evening and continuing through Tuesday night. The primary threat from these storms will be damaging winds, with the potential for tornadoes in certain areas. Locally heavy rainfall is also expected, which could lead to flash flooding in some regions.
The heat advisory remains in effect for western Iowa, where heat index values may reach or exceed 105 degrees. Thunderstorm activity will intensify this evening, and scattered severe storms are possible. On Tuesday, additional thunderstorms are anticipated, bringing the risk of large hail and heavy rain.
