It sounds like northeastern Iowa is bracing for potential flooding as rivers swell from heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours, particularly north of I-80. While the rain is expected to taper off, flood watches remain in effect along riverways due to the recent precipitation.
Fortunately, the forecast indicates a decrease in severe weather threats compared to previous days, with cooler temperatures in the 50s and 60s across the state. Showers and isolated storms are still expected, though they are not likely to significantly add to rainfall totals for Thursday.
Friday will see clearing skies in the morning, albeit with cooler temperatures starting in the 40s. However, rain and isolated storms are anticipated later in the day as a weak system moves through. This system isn’t expected to contribute much to rainfall totals or increase flooding risks.
The weekend offers a reprieve from the rain, with Saturday forecasted to be dry with mostly sunny skies and temperatures reaching the mid-70s. However, rain and storm chances return Sunday afternoon and persist throughout the following week.
Despite the potential for rain and storms, temperatures are expected to warm up to near 80 degrees, indicating a shift to more spring-like conditions. The prolonged rain and storm chances are attributed to a broad and slow-moving upper disturbance, though the system is not as organized as recent storms. This extended forecast suggests the need for ongoing monitoring of weather conditions and potential flooding concerns.
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