Iowa Drenched: More Rain Ahead for Des Moines

Meteorologists in Des Moines anticipate continued rainfall beyond Wednesday, August 5th, although the heaviest storms have passed. Des Moines recorded 0.39 inches of rain by 9 a.m. on August 5th, contributing to a total of 0.67 inches since Monday. Further north, Ames received 0.80 inches on August 5th, bringing its two-day total to 1.10 inches.

A flash flood warning is in effect until 1:15 p.m. on August 5th for Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, and Wayne counties in south central Iowa. Trained spotters reported over 6 inches of water on roads in Murray, Wayne County. While floodwaters are receding, lower areas and small streams may still pose a flash flooding risk. Drivers are strongly advised to avoid flooded roads.

Light rain is expected until around 3 p.m. on August 5th, with potential for an additional tenth to a quarter of an inch. The night is forecast to be calmer, but widespread dense fog will greet the region on Thursday morning. By Friday, the chance for showers returns at night, though daytime conditions are expected to be sunny or partly cloudy.