DAVENPORT, Iowa – A quiet, starry start across the Mississippi Valley won’t last long — big changes are rolling in by Saturday. The final stretch of fall warmth will fade quickly this weekend as showers and sharp winds usher in the region’s first true November chill.
According to the National Weather Service in the Quad Cities, clouds will build Saturday morning, followed by widespread rain late in the day. Gusts near 25 mph could rattle branches and make for slick roads across Scott, Rock Island, and Muscatine Counties as temperatures tumble through the 40s. By Sunday morning, readings are expected to plummet into the 20s under clearing skies, signaling a decisive shift toward early winter.
Travelers along I-80, I-74, and U.S. 61 should watch for brief visibility drops during heavier rain bands Saturday evening. The Iowa and Illinois Departments of Transportation urge drivers to check road conditions before heading to playoff games or Veterans Day weekend events. Standing water and wet leaves could create localized slick spots in urban areas.
The pattern that follows will bring a cold, dry stretch into early next week. Sunshine returns Monday, but highs may struggle to top the upper 30s. Lows near 22°F could bring the area’s first widespread hard freeze, ending any lingering fall growth and marking a clear seasonal turn.
Residents are encouraged to protect outdoor faucets, bring in sensitive plants, and bundle up for morning commutes. After this weekend’s rain and chill, there’ll be no mistaking it — November has arrived in full force across the Quad Cities.
Five-Day Forecast for Davenport, IA:
Fri: 64/37 – Sunny, breezy; mild before clouds build.
Sat: 49/27 – Rain developing late; breezy and cooler.
Sun: 36/22 – Mostly sunny; crisp and much colder.
Mon: 39/25 – Sunny; hard freeze early, cool all day.
Tue: 51/37 – Partly sunny; milder but still brisk.
