Des Moines, IA – Residents of central Iowa should prepare for light snow tonight and chilly conditions extending into the weekend. A 20% chance of snow is forecast for late Thursday night, with accumulations likely to stay under an inch. Temperatures are expected to hover between 27°F and 32°F during the day and drop into the low 20s overnight.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), snow chances will peak tonight between 10 p.m. and 3 a.m., affecting parts of central and northwest Iowa. Winds from the southwest, shifting northwest, may gust up to 20 mph, potentially impacting visibility during light snow showers. Residents commuting along major roadways, including Interstate 35 and Highway 141, are urged to exercise caution, especially during late-night travel.
Friday brings partly sunny skies with temperatures near 30°F, but a brisk northwest wind of 8-13 mph will make it feel colder. Snow chances return Saturday night into Sunday, with light accumulations expected in northern areas. Weekend highs will remain in the low 30s, with nighttime temperatures dipping into the single digits Sunday night.
Extended forecasts show a gradual clearing early next week, with mostly sunny conditions Monday and Tuesday. Daytime highs will stay in the teens and 20s, with frigid overnight lows as cold as 9°F.
Stay updated on weather conditions and take precautions to avoid icy roads. Bundle up as cold winds
