Severe Weather Awareness Week in Iowa
Severe weather awareness week in Iowa is March 22nd through March 26th.
Slight Risk Of Severe Weather Friday
Severe storms will be possible Friday afternoon into the overnight hours, with the main threat being damaging winds followed by a transition to heavy rain.
Wet Wednesday Across Iowa
Showers and a few thunderstorms will be in the forecast on Wednesday.
When Are Freeze Warnings and Frost Advisories Issued?
Frost advisories and freeze warnings are issued based on the growing season, not on the expected temperatures.
Elevated & Surface-Based Storms: What Does it Mean?
Have you heard of the phrases ‘elevated storms’ and ‘surface-based storms'? Here is the difference between the two.
What Is a Derecho?
While not common, a derecho is a long-lived straight-line wind event.
Dangerous Cold To Continue And Intensify Across Iowa
A wind chill warning will be in effect for a good portion of Iowa until Monday as wind chills as low as -40 degrees will be likely.
Moderate Risk of Excessive Rainfall Tonight
As thunderstorms continue and re-develop this afternoon, evening, and overnight, multiple rounds of moderate to heavy rainfall will be possible over portions of southeast and southern Iowa. This has prompted the Weather Prediction Center (WPC) to place this area at a moderate risk of excessive rainfall. The potential for 3 to 4 or more inches […]
What Does MCS Mean?
A mesoscale convective system (MCS) is a linear complex of thunderstorms that becomes organized on a scale larger than the individual thunderstorms, and normally persists for several hours or more.
Why Should I Buy a Weather Radio?
A weather radio is a small price to pay to help keep you and your loved ones safe during severe weather. Here's why.