Iowa residents should prepare for a hot and humid Wednesday, with heat index values climbing into the upper 90s and low 100s. Along with the heat, a slight risk of severe storms threatens areas east of a Dubuque to Tipton line Wednesday afternoon and evening. Damaging winds, heavy rain, and a low tornado risk will challenge residents in this zone.
According to the National Weather Service, storms are likely after 1 p.m., with a 60% chance of rain in Davenport and surrounding counties. Showers may linger into Wednesday night, with additional thunderstorms possible before 1 a.m. Roads like I-80 near Davenport could experience localized flooding and wind damage, making travel hazardous. Stay off non-essential roads during storm activity and secure outdoor items to prevent wind damage.
Temperatures will drop to a low near 67 Wednesday night but stay humid, with showers and storms tapering off by early Thursday. A 30% chance of showers continues Thursday afternoon with highs near 76.
Looking ahead, scattered thunderstorms will continue through the weekend and into Monday, with highs in the mid-80s to upper 80s. This weekend’s weather may bring intermittent rain and thunderstorms, impacting outdoor plans in the Quad Cities area.
Residents should monitor local alerts through the weekend, stay hydrated, and plan for sudden weather changes as summer heat combines with storm chances. Warnings remain in effect through Wednesday evening, with updates expected as conditions evolve.
Five-Day Forecast for Davenport, Iowa (Starting Wednesday, July 16)
- Wednesday: High 90°F, showers and thunderstorms likely after 1 p.m., heat index near 100
- Wednesday Night: Showers and storms before 1 a.m., low near 67°F
- Thursday: High 76°F, 30% chance of afternoon showers
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 80°F
- Friday Night: 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 a.m., low 66°F
- Saturday: 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 86°F
- Sunday: 30-40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, highs near 87°F
