Carter Lake, Iowa – A spring storm system is expected to bring thunderstorms and strong winds to Carter Lake starting Tuesday night, with wet weather persisting through the workweek. Motorists along I-29 should prepare for reduced visibility and slick roads through Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms develops Tuesday night after 1 a.m., then escalates to a 50 to 70 percent likelihood of storms and showers from Wednesday morning through Wednesday night. Wind gusts may reach up to 26 mph, adding to the hazardous conditions. No widespread hazardous weather is expected beyond Thursday, but isolated thunderstorms could still pose risks to travel and outdoor plans.
Rain showers and scattered storms are forecast to continue into Thursday and Friday, with total rainfall amounts ranging from a quarter to a half inch in localized areas. Stronger cells may bring heavier bursts and thunder. Drivers should avoid travel during active thunderstorms and keep phones charged in case of power outages.
By Friday, cooler air moves in with highs in the upper 60s. While the weekend outlook is drier, rain returns Saturday night into Sunday. Residents are advised to monitor local alerts and delay planting sensitive vegetation until the frost threat fully subsides.
🌤 5-Day Forecast for Carter Lake, IA:
- Tuesday: High 76°F, partly sunny
- Tuesday Night: Low 52°F, chance of storms after 1 a.m.
- Wednesday: High 75°F, showers and storms likely
- Thursday: High 71°F, continued showers
- Friday: High 67°F, drier but breezy
