Unseasonably warm and dry weather in the Quad Cities region is expected to bring near-record highs and elevated fire risks early this week. Temperatures could reach 84°F by Tuesday, with gusty winds up to 40 mph potentially intensifying fire dangers. Residents are advised to avoid outdoor burning due to the heightened risk of wildfires.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in the Quad Cities, the warmth will continue through Tuesday before a cold front brings widespread rain and a temperature drop on Wednesday. Showers and thunderstorms are likely by Wednesday afternoon, with rainfall accumulations exceeding half an inch in some areas. This sudden shift is expected to cool temperatures significantly, leading to a more seasonable Halloween forecast.
Five-Day Forecast Overview
• Monday: Highs of 68–74°F, mostly sunny, with mild winds up to 10 mph. Nighttime lows will be around 59–66°F.
• Tuesday: Near-record warmth, with highs between 81–84°F. Strong gusts, reaching 40 mph, will create fire risks. Dry conditions will persist overnight with lows near 64–69°F.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny in the morning, with afternoon rain and thunderstorms likely. Highs of 75–80°F, cooling to around 38–44°F by night as the front passes through.
• Thursday: Colder, dry conditions with highs from 52–57°F. Expect clearer skies and lows dropping to 29–35°F by night.
• Friday: Cooler and dry with sunshine, highs of 56–58°F, creating ideal conditions for Halloween weekend events.
