Davenport, Iowa – Hot and increasingly humid air is building across eastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois, with highs nearing 90°F through Friday before storm chances ramp up into the weekend. Storms today could turn strong, especially during the afternoon, though coverage will remain limited.
According to the National Weather Service in the Quad Cities, isolated storms (20-30% coverage) could impact areas north of Highway 30 through Thursday, with a few potentially reaching severe levels. High temperatures will range from 86 to 92°F, with climbing humidity making outdoor activity more taxing.
Friday is expected to stay mostly sunny and dry, but conditions begin to change Saturday. Thunderstorm chances jump to 30-60% by Saturday afternoon and remain elevated through Sunday, with scattered storms likely (30-50%) and the potential for lightning, brief downpours, or localized wind gusts.
Residents in cities like Davenport, Moline, Clinton, and Galesburg should prepare for possible delays to weekend events and travel. Stay hydrated, limit outdoor exertion during peak heat, and monitor alerts for any severe weather watches or warnings.
Storm chances remain through Sunday night, with updated advisories expected as the weekend nears.
Five Day Forecast for Davenport, Iowa:
- Wednesday: Isolated PM storms, humid – High 86°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, slight storm chance north – High 90°F
- Friday: Sunny and hot – High 92°F
- Saturday: Afternoon storms possible – High 92°F
- Sunday: Scattered storms – High 87°F
