Carter Lake, Iowa – Expect Saturday afternoon plans to get disrupted as strong thunderstorms roll into Carter Lake with gusts up to 29 mph and heavy rain possible.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, storms are likely after 2 p.m. Saturday with wind gusts approaching 30 mph and isolated downpours across western Iowa. Rainfall amounts could vary, but locally higher totals are possible under thunderstorm cells. Drivers along I-29 and I-680 should expect sudden visibility drops and slick conditions.
Humidity remains high, and the temperature will climb to a humid 89°F before storms develop. If you have outdoor plans, it’s best to wrap them up before early afternoon and bring patio furniture or grills inside. Storms will ease by evening, but another round could return Sunday night.
On Sunday, Carter Lake residents get a break with mostly sunny skies and a high of 87°F. A slight chance of storms returns late Sunday, then becomes more likely Monday night into Tuesday.
5-Day Weather Preview for Carter Lake, Iowa:
- Saturday (High 89°F): Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m., gusts up to 29 mph
- Sunday (High 87°F): Mostly sunny, slight storm chance late
- Monday (High 89°F): Mostly sunny; chance of storms Monday night
- Tuesday (High 88°F): Chance of thunderstorms during the day and night
- Wednesday (High 89°F): Mostly sunny with isolated storm chances
