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Dangerous Heat Grips Iowa This Week: Extreme Heat Warnings Continue Into the Fourth of July Holiday

Extreme Heat Warnings cover much of Iowa as heat index values reach 100 to 110 degrees. Here's the latest Iowa forecast and what to expect through the Fourth of July holiday week.

Hazardous Heat Outlook Issued for All of Iowa

All of Iowa is under a WPC hazardous heat outlook as heat index values of 100° to 107° become increasingly likely Sunday through Tuesday. See the latest forecast and impacts.

Iowa Weather Update: Quiet Start to the Week Before Storm Chances Return Wednesday

Iowa weather stays cool this week with storm chances Tuesday and a severe weather risk possible Wednesday. Check the latest forecast update.

Enhanced Risk of Severe Weather Across Eastern Iowa Today

Multiple rounds of severe storms may impact eastern Iowa today with large hail, damaging winds, tornadoes, and heavy rainfall possible.

Active Severe Weather Pattern Expected Across Iowa Today Through Thursday

Severe weather is possible in Iowa today through Thursday, with damaging winds, large hail, tornadoes, heavy rain, heat, and humidity in the forecast.

Severe Weather Threat Increasing Across Iowa on Wednesday

Large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are possible across Iowa Wednesday as severe thunderstorms develop during the afternoon and evening.

Iowa Weather Forecast Friday: Severe Storm Risk Tonight

Strong to severe storms may develop across southern Iowa tonight. Large hail, damaging winds, flooding, and an isolated tornado are possible.

Flood Watch Issued for Central and Southwest Iowa Tonight as Heavy Rain Threat Increases

A Flood Watch is in effect for central and southwest Iowa tonight. Repeated thunderstorms may bring 2 to 4+ inches of rain and flash flooding.

Iowa Weather Forecast: Severe Storms, Flash Flooding Risk Today and Friday

Iowa weather forecast for today and Friday includes severe thunderstorms, large hail, damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and flash flooding. Get the latest Iowa weather updates.

What Is a Downburst? Causes, Damage, and How It Differs From Tornado

Learn what a downburst is, how it forms, how it differs from tornadoes and bow echoes, how long it lasts, and why it can produce destructive winds over 100 mph.