Iowa — Frost clung to rooftops and parked cars early Monday as the Quad Cities woke under quiet, gray skies. Pavement felt cold to the touch, and shaded sidewalks stayed slick in spots as winter’s first full week settled in.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures early this morning hovered near freezing, with readings around 31 to 34 degrees across Davenport, Moline, Rock Island, and Bettendorf. Skies remain mostly cloudy today, while south winds increase slightly, pushing afternoon highs into the low 40s. That warming helps thaw early frost, though bridges and overpasses along I-80 and I-74 may stay slick through mid-morning.
Tonight stays mostly cloudy and milder, with temperatures holding near 40 degrees. That steady temperature limits refreezing concerns, but damp patches could still catch drivers off guard before sunrise. Plan extra time if commuting early Tuesday.
Tuesday brings a calmer winter feel. Partly sunny skies develop, and highs climb into the mid-40s. Winds ease by afternoon, making conditions feel more comfortable for errands and short trips. Tuesday night cools back into the low 30s, allowing frost to return on untreated surfaces.
By Wednesday, attention turns to a weak system approaching the Mississippi Valley. Clouds increase, and a chance of light rain arrives by afternoon. Temperatures rise near 50 degrees, well above seasonal norms. While snow is not expected, wet roads combined with lingering cold ground could still reduce traction briefly during heavier showers.
Christmas Eve trends mild and mostly dry. Highs reach the mid-50s, favorable for holiday travel across eastern Iowa and western Illinois. Still, winter patterns remain active regionally, and colder air waits just north.
Drivers should watch shaded roads each morning, keep speeds down, and stay weather-aware. Winter may feel quiet now, but it can flip quickly. How are conditions where you live this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for the Quad Cities (IA–IL)
Monday: Mostly cloudy, high near 42.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 46.
Wednesday: Cloudy, chance of rain, high near 49.
Christmas Day: Mostly cloudy, mild, high near 56.
Friday: Sunny, high near 53.
