Carter Lake, Iowa – Showers are expected to return to Carter Lake by midday Wednesday, posing slick conditions along I-29 and reducing visibility into the afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, a 30% chance of rain develops after 1 p.m. Wednesday, followed by clearing skies overnight and a high near 70°F. Winds from the north at 3 to 7 mph will keep humidity elevated. Precipitation amounts remain light, but drivers should prepare for wet pavement and reduced traction during the early afternoon.
Skies will turn mostly clear by Wednesday night with a low around 50°F. Thursday offers a break from the rain as sunshine dominates and temperatures climb to 74°F. Winds will shift northwest, gusting mildly into the evening.
Friday brings a taste of early summer with sunny skies and a high near 80°F. Wind speeds from the northwest around 5 mph will help keep conditions comfortable. Saturday and Sunday continue this warming trend, with highs of 86°F and 88°F, respectively. Light winds and low humidity should make for ideal outdoor conditions.
Looking ahead, Monday marks the start of a hotter stretch, with highs near 88°F and south winds gusting up to 21 mph. While no new weather alerts have been issued yet, residents should monitor updated advisories if temperatures continue rising.
Next Update: Check back Thursday morning for updates as we monitor a potentially hotter pattern building into early June.
