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Iowa Braces for Severe Storms: Hail, Wind, Tornadoes Loom
2 Apr
Summary
- Morning showers will transition to afternoon severe storms with hail and high winds.
- Tomorrow brings an increased risk of severe weather, including isolated tornadoes.
- Weekend temperatures will drop significantly, with highs in the 40s and wind chills in the 30s.
Showers and isolated storms are expected to continue through the morning, potentially causing a slower commute due to ponding on roads. These morning conditions will give way to a significant severe weather threat across Iowa in the afternoon, with storms organizing from the south and southwest. Central and eastern Iowa will experience these storms between 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., with all severe hazards possible, including large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes.
An even greater severe weather risk is anticipated for tomorrow, with a second low-pressure system bringing increased warmth, moisture, and storm energy. Damaging wind gusts of 60 to 70 mph and large hail up to 1.5 inches are the primary threats, alongside an isolated tornado risk. Storms are forecast from late afternoon into the evening, approximately 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The weather pattern shifts dramatically by Saturday morning, as colder air moves in, resulting in a chilly and windy day with highs in the 40s and wind chills in the 30s. Sunday will start cold but warm into the 50s for Easter afternoon. The upcoming week is expected to be milder with a potential for more active weather later.
