DAVENPORT, Iowa – Fall storms are sweeping across the Quad Cities region this morning, bringing rounds of rain, gusty winds, and a few rumbles of thunder before a drier stretch begins late Sunday. The National Weather Service in the Quad Cities warns that gusts could top 40 mph behind a cold front sweeping through the Mississippi River Valley.
According to the National Weather Service, early-day fog may linger north of I-80 through midmorning, followed by periods of light rain. Thunderstorms could develop this afternoon with small hail and isolated lightning possible from Davenport to Galesburg and Clinton. Motorists should use caution along I-74 and U.S. 61 where slick roads and reduced visibility are possible during passing showers. Loose outdoor decorations and yard signs should be secured before stronger winds arrive late Sunday.
Conditions will clear quickly Sunday afternoon, with bright sunshine returning and highs near 61°F. Monday brings a comfortable start to the workweek, with mild sunshine and highs near 70°F. However, forecasters expect another windy blast by Tuesday as a secondary cold front sweeps through, producing gusts up to 40 mph across eastern Iowa and western Illinois.
The rest of the week looks calmer and crisp, ideal for late-fall yard cleanup, leaf viewing, or pumpkin patch visits. Cooler nights in the 30s by midweek could bring a hint of frost to rural areas along the Mississippi River Valley as October closes on a classic autumn note.
Five-Day Forecast for Quad Cities, IA/IL:
Sat: 77/48 – Showers, isolated thunder; gusts to 30 mph.
Sun: 61/43 – Clearing, breezy, cooler afternoon.
Mon: 70/47 – Mostly sunny; pleasant fall day.
Tue: 57/37 – Sunny but windy; gusts up to 40 mph.
Wed: 65/44 – Clear and crisp; frost possible in low valleys.
