Quad Cities, IA/IL – The region will experience a dramatic temperature drop this weekend, with highs in the 50s and 60s today before plunging into the 20s overnight. Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible later this afternoon and into the evening.
According to the National Weather Service Quad Cities, breezy south-to-southwest winds will shift northwest by tonight, bringing cooler air into the area. Rain and storm activity is expected to taper off as the evening progresses, with skies clearing overnight.
Saturday will bring cooler temperatures, with highs ranging from the mid-40s to upper 50s. Overnight lows will remain in the mid-30s to mid-40s. By Sunday, temperatures will rebound slightly, reaching the 50s and 60s during the day before another cool night in the upper 20s to lower 30s.
Residents should prepare for fluctuating conditions by dressing in layers and staying weather-aware, especially for potential thunderstorms tonight. Motorists should also exercise caution as wet roads and rapidly changing temperatures could impact travel.
