Des Moines, IA – Iowa residents can expect a stretch of spring-like warmth early this week before rain and thunderstorms move in by Friday. Monday will bring sunny skies and highs near 73°F in Des Moines, with breezy southwest winds increasing in the afternoon. Similar conditions are forecasted for Davenport, where highs will reach 70°F.
According to the National Weather Service, winds could gust as high as 30 mph on Monday afternoon, creating slightly hazardous conditions for high-profile vehicles on highways like I-80 and I-35. Despite the warmth, temperatures will dip into the 30s at night, with mostly clear skies persisting through midweek.
By Wednesday, clouds will begin to build, though temperatures will remain mild, with highs around 63°F. A shift in the weather pattern is expected Thursday night into Friday, with a 40% chance of showers arriving in the eastern part of the state. Friday brings a higher risk of rain and thunderstorms, with precipitation chances reaching 90% in Davenport and 80% in Des Moines.
For those traveling or commuting later in the week, be prepared for wet roads and possible delays. The upcoming storms could also bring gusty winds and localized flooding in low-lying areas.
Iowa Five-Day Forecast:
• Monday: Sunny, breezy, highs in the low 70s.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny, highs in the mid-50s.
• Wednesday: Partly cloudy, highs near 63°F.
• Thursday: Increasing clouds, highs in the 70s.
• Friday: Rain and thunderstorms, highs in the 60s.
Stay updated on changing weather conditions and prepare for wet and windy conditions by the end of the week.
