Carter Lake, Iowa – Windy conditions will return to western Iowa on Thursday as Carter Lake braces for gusts topping 28 mph, followed by rain chances stretching into next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, winds will increase late Thursday morning, reaching 10 to 18 mph and gusting as high as 28 mph. While Thursday stays dry, a mix of showers and thunderstorms could develop Friday night through Monday night, bringing potential travel disruptions and the need for outdoor event adjustments.
On Thursday, expect sunny skies and a high near 81°F with breezy southwest winds before shifting northwest Friday. Conditions remain mostly sunny Friday, but gusts up to 26 mph may impact roadways, including I-29 and local highways. If you’re traveling or planning outdoor work, plan for shifting winds and rapidly changing conditions.
Rain chances begin Friday night, with a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Saturday stays mostly dry, but by Sunday afternoon, storms become more likely. Thunderstorms are expected to persist through Monday night, with another round Tuesday.
🌤 Extended 5-Day Outlook for Carter Lake, Iowa:
- Thursday: Sunny, high of 81°F, breezy
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high of 78°F
- Saturday: Sunny, high of 75°F
- Sunday: Chance of storms after 1 p.m., high of 76°F
- Monday: Thunderstorms likely, high of 80°F
