DAVENPORT, Iowa – A warm and humid Friday morning gives way to a stormy setup across the Quad Cities region as fall weather turns active again. Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected late Friday into Saturday, bringing gusty winds, brief downpours, and cooler air by Sunday. Travelers on I-74 and I-80 should expect wet pavement and reduced visibility during peak rain hours.
According to the National Weather Service in the Quad Cities, a slow-moving front will trigger showers Friday night with the highest rain chances Saturday morning through early afternoon. While severe weather is unlikely, downpours may briefly impact local harvest operations, weekend sporting events, and outdoor festivals.
Saturday’s highs will reach the mid-70s before a sharp cool-down late in the day. Winds will shift to the southwest and then northwest at 15 mph, ushering in a refreshing, dry air mass. Residents should secure outdoor decorations and prepare for breezy conditions before the front passes.
By Sunday, fall returns in full force — clear skies, low humidity, and highs in the low 60s will make for ideal leaf-peeping, pumpkin patch visits, and family outings. Monday and Tuesday remain mild and sunny before clouds increase again midweek.
The shift marks a perfect window for outdoor cleanup and seasonal decorating as steady fall temperatures continue across eastern Iowa and western Illinois.
Five-Day Forecast for Davenport, IA:
Fri: 83/64 – Mostly sunny; breezy and warm.
Sat: 76/48 – Showers likely; a few rumbles of thunder.
Sun: 62/44 – Sunny; crisp and pleasant.
Mon: 72/47 – Sunny and calm; perfect fall day.
Tue: 81/39 – Mostly sunny; mild afternoon warmth.
