Iowa Weather Central

09/01/2024

Latest road conditions can be found at 511ia.org
🚫Travel not advised to the east of Des Moines on interstate 80 due to poor conditions 🚫

09/01/2024

Snow totals this far ❄️
Stay in if you can!

07/01/2024

❗️Weather Alert

WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON

WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches possible. Winds could gust up to around 40 mph by Tuesday afternoon and evening and cause periods of drifting and blowing snow.

WHERE... South, and Central Iowa

WHEN...From Monday morning through Tuesday afternoon.

IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will likely impact the morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

If travel must be done, be sure to have a winter car kit and follow check 511ia.org for road conditions.

Reports regarding traffic incidents, winter road conditions, traffic cameras, active and planned construction, etc.

25/11/2023

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 AM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 inches with locally higher amounts.

* WHERE...Portions of Central, South Central and Southeast Iowa.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 8 AM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be the first measurable snowfall of the season in these areas. Be prepared for snow covered roads and allow extra time to reach your destination.

25/11/2023

We’ve got some winter weather coming through today.
Plan ahead if you are traveling!
For more information on road conditions please visit 511ia.org

27/10/2023

WEATHER ALERT

Freeze Warning

WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures from 27 to 31 degrees.

WHERE...Much of Central and Southern Iowa.

WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM CDT Saturday.

IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will likely bring an end to the growing season for the rest of central Iowa.

13/10/2023

WEATHER ALERT

Tornado Watch

A tornado watch has been issued for the highlighted counties including much of central Iowa.

When- Until 8 PM CDT

Primary Threats- A few tornados, wind gusts up to 60 MPH, isolated hail up to 1 inch in diameter.

09/10/2023

Weather Alert

Frost Advisory

WHAT...Temperatures in the low to mid 30s along with similar dew points and light winds will result in favorable conditions for frost formation.
WHERE...All of Central and Eastern Iowa.
WHEN...From 1 AM to 9 AM CDT Tuesday, October 10th
IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered.

17/04/2023

The Storm Prediction Center has placed much of Iowa in a slight risk of severe weather for Wednesday.
Expect storms Wednesday afternoon into the overnight.
Hail and high winds are the greatest threats at this time.

29/03/2023

⚠️ Friday Severe Weather Threat
Timing - 11 am to 8 pm Friday
Threats - Damaging winds, Large hail, A few tornadoes

Storms will fire up along a boundary in western/central Iowa Friday mid morning. These storms will move quickly. A few strong tornadoes are possible.
An enhanced risk (Orange) means a greater risk for severe weather is increasingly possible.

Stay tuned for updates.

Graphic: National Weather Service

02/01/2023

Timing of precipitation for the upcoming winter storm.
Stay safe!

26/12/2022

Take it slow today as some roads are slick across the state.
More information at 511.org

22/12/2022

Via Iowa Department of Transportation
Travel is not advised on I-80 from Des Moines to Iowa City.
Please do not travel and stay put today and tomorrow if you can.
Roads are being reported as icy and conditions are treacherous from central to eastern Iowa.

*A blizzard warning and winter storm warning continues until 6 am Saturday*

22/12/2022

The latest from Iowa DOT
We currently have one stretch of I-80 that has travel not advised. Please avoid traveling if you can help it this morning. Multiple crashes due to icy roadways, high winds and low visibilities.
For more information visit 511.org
*A Blizzard Warning is in effect until 6 am Saturday morning*

22/12/2022

Current road conditions via 511 Iowa
Many accidents being reported.
For more information please visit www.511ia.org

21/12/2022

A few different warnings going on so let’s break it down.

PINK SHADED - WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
SATURDAY. Central Iowa is included in this warning until Thursday at noon.

Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. Wind gusts of 40
to 50 mph or greater may occur late Thursday through Friday. Extreme cold and wind chills of 20 to 40 below will be common.

ORANGE SHADED - BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON THURSDAY TO 6 AM CST
SATURDAY

Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches, with
locally higher amounts possible. Wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph or greater may occur late Thursday through Friday. Extreme cold and wind chills of 20 to 40 below will be common.

LIGHT BLUE SHADED - WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THURSDAY TO
NOON CST SATURDAY

Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

20/12/2022

WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow will begin late Wednesday afternoon
and continue through Friday night. Blizzard conditions possible
Thursday morning into Friday. Total snow accumulations of 3 to
6 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. Wind gusts of 40
to 50 mph or greater may occur late Thursday through Friday.
Extreme cold and wind chills of 20 to 40 below will be common.

* WHERE...Central and south-central Iowa

* WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 6 AM CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
snow and possible blizzard conditions will significantly reduce
visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The
dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

19/12/2022

Todays Hazards 12/19/22

•Widespread light snowfall of around an inch possible.
•Light freezing rain also possible around the evening commute.

Details on our end of week storm will be provided as we get closer to the timeframe.
Drive safely!