DAVENPORT, Iowa – Fall may be here, but eastern Iowa is heating up again with unseasonably warm days lasting through Saturday, October 4. Highs near 90 will push summerlike conditions back into the region, keeping roads hot, skies clear, and outdoor events in full swing. Residents planning travel along I-80 or early Halloween decorating should plan for the heat and hydrate.
According to the National Weather Service in the Quad Cities, sunny skies will dominate through Saturday with highs ranging from the upper 80s to 91 degrees. Winds remain light, but the dry stretch means little relief during the day. Saturday stays warm before temperatures begin dipping into the 70s by Tuesday.
Local impacts will be felt across Scott and Rock Island counties, where drivers may encounter haze and sun glare during peak commute hours. Families heading to pumpkin patches or football games can expect hot, dry conditions. Officials encourage residents to limit strenuous activity in the afternoon heat and keep water on hand.
Sunday finally brings some moderation, with highs closer to 88 and partly cloudy skies at night. By Monday, rain chances increase slightly, offering the first signs of cooler fall air. That shift will carry into midweek as highs drop into the low 70s by Wednesday.
The next several days remain ideal for outdoor projects, fall yardwork, or Halloween prep, but forecasters stress the pattern will change early next week.
Five Day Forecast for Davenport, Iowa:
- Thursday: Sunny, high 87. Low 64.
- Friday: Sunny, high 91. Low 67.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 90. Low 65.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 88. Low 61.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 79. Low 56 with slight rain chance.
