Carter Lake, Iowa – Wet roads and thunder chances are sticking around through midweek in Iowa, with Carter Lake set to see back-to-back showers and storms starting Tuesday morning. Drivers along I-29 and I-480 should prepare for low visibility and slick pavement during both morning and evening commutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, rain returns Tuesday with an 80% chance of showers during the day. East winds will shift north in the evening as temperatures hold in the low 60s. Rain totals will be light, but roads could become slippery during high-traffic hours.
Wednesday brings a renewed storm threat, with a slight chance of showers between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., then possible thunderstorms after 4 p.m. Highs climb back to 70°F, though storm potential may disrupt outdoor plans or school dismissals. Storms may linger into early Thursday.
The weather begins to clear Thursday afternoon, with mostly sunny skies expected and highs in the low 70s. Friday kicks off the first true taste of summer, with sunny skies and highs jumping to 81°F.
Here’s your extended five-day summer weather outlook:
- Tuesday: Showers likely, high 63°F.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of storms, high 70°F.
- Thursday: Mostly clear, high 73°F.
- Friday: Sunny and warm, high 81°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 82°F.
