Iowa Severe Weather

Iowa Weather Update: Active Stretch of Severe Weather Expected Across the State Through Tuesday

May 14, 2026 Zach Sharpe

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Multiple rounds of severe weather may impact Iowa from Friday through Tuesday with threats including large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes.

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Weather Why's

What Is a Mesoscale Discussion?

March 30, 2026 Zach Sharpe

Looking for what a mesoscale discussion is? In this blog article we explain what it is, and why they are issued. Learn more!

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Strong Storms Batter Northern and Eastern Iowa Friday

August 16, 2025 Zach Sharpe

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Strong storms swept across northern and eastern Iowa Friday, bringing 72-mph winds, large hail, and damage from trees down to lightning strikes.

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Iowa Severe Weather

Brief Tornadoes Verified in Iowa & Missouri Sunday Evening

August 11, 2025 Zach Sharpe

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Two brief EF-Unknown tornadoes were confirmed near Summitville, IA, and Kahoka, MO, on Aug 10, 2025, by NWS Quad Cities using video evidence.

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Damaging Thunderstorms Sweep from Central Nebraska into Western Iowa Early Saturday

August 9, 2025 Zach Sharpe

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Damaging storms swept from central Nebraska into western Iowa Aug. 9, bringing 90+ mph winds, flooding, and widespread damage early Saturday.

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Forecast

Severe Weather and Flash Flooding Threat for Iowa This Weekend

August 8, 2025 Zach Sharpe

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Severe storms and flash flooding are possible across Iowa this weekend with damaging winds, heavy rain, and repeated storms Saturday into Sunday.

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Weather Why's

What Is a Derecho? 2025 Updated Criteria

August 5, 2025 Zach Sharpe

Learn about the updated 2025 derecho definition, including new criteria like hurricane-force gusts, storm length, and what qualifies a storm as a true derecho.

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Severe Storms Rip Through Northern Iowa Overnight, Leaving Behind Damage and Power Outages

July 28, 2025 Zach Sharpe

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Severe storms swept through Iowa overnight July 27–28, bringing up to 70 mph winds, downed trees, power outages, and damage across parts of Iowa.

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Weather Why's

What is a Microburst?

July 25, 2025 Zach Sharpe

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Learn what a microburst is, how it forms, and why it's dangerous. Discover key differences from tornadoes and how to stay safe during severe storms.

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Forecast

Active Weather Pattern to Close Out July in Iowa: Heat, Heavy Rain & Severe Storms Possible

July 17, 2025 Zach Sharpe

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Iowa faces an active stretch of weather from July 19–30, including heavy rainfall, severe storms, and a prolonged period of dangerous heat.

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