Regional Weather Summary
Issued by NWS Des Moines, IA
Issued by NWS Des Moines, IA
639 AWUS83 KDMX 180857 RWSDMX IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-081>086- 092>097-181300- Weather Summary for Iowa National Weather Service Des Moines IA 357 AM CDT Fri Oct 18 2024 Today: Quiet conditions remain early this morning across the region, with clear skies across Iowa, along with fairly comfortable temperatures as of 3am with values in the 40s to 50s. Light winds from the south/southwest were noted for most of the state, though portions of western Iowa have seen increasing winds with values around 20-30 mph. Dry conditions are expected to continue today, with south/southwest winds increasing across the rest of the state. Gusts are expected generally between 25-35 mph, which paired with low humidity values, dry grasses and crops, as well as warmer temperatures will lead to elevated fire weather conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid burning of any kind if possible until conditions improve. Highs today will reach the low to mid 70s. Tonight and beyond: Cloud cover is expected to increase mainly across the western half of the state tonight into Saturday, but remain dry, with overnight lows falling into the 40s and low 50s and weakening winds. The weekend will see continued dry weather with above average temperatures in the 70s to low 80s. By Monday, a chance for rain returns, along with a few non-severe storms mainly over southern Iowa, though appreciable rainfall by any means is not likely. Temperatures remain warm for the time of year into much of next week, with values in the 60s to 70s. $$