Davenport, Iowa – Rain chances return to the Quad Cities just in time for Memorial Day, with forecasters eyeing a 40% chance of scattered showers by Monday evening and cooler-than-average temperatures throughout the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service Quad Cities office, spotty rain could begin as early as Saturday night, with lingering chances continuing through Monday. Highs across eastern Iowa and western Illinois are expected to range from the mid-60s to near 70°F, keeping conditions relatively cool for late May. Despite the precipitation potential, confidence in widespread rainfall remains low due to dominant high pressure across the region.
Cities like Rock Island, Moline, and Bettendorf should prepare for on-and-off drizzle Sunday and Monday, especially during outdoor events and parades. No major flooding or severe storms are expected at this time, but roads could be slick in areas seeing brief showers. Officials recommend monitoring local forecasts and having a rain plan for outdoor gatherings.
The early part of the weekend—Friday and most of Saturday—should stay dry and mild. Any weather alerts or advisories will be updated through the NWS Quad Cities office as confidence in the rain pattern increases.
