Heat Advisory Issued for Parts of Iowa on Tuesday

A Heat Advisory has been issued for portions of Iowa Tuesday as heat index values climb between 103 and 107 degrees during the afternoon.

Severe Weather Threat Increasing Across Iowa on Wednesday

Large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are possible across Iowa Wednesday as severe thunderstorms develop during the afternoon and evening.

Heat Advisory Issued for Parts of Iowa on Tuesday

Severe Weather Threat Increasing Across Iowa on Wednesday

Iowa Weather Forecast

Lingering showers east of I-35 this morning followed by gradually clearing conditions into this afternoon. Heat builds into Tuesday when feel-like temperatures near or top 100 degrees in much of the southwest half of the state. There are several chances for storms, some severe, this week from Tuesday evening through Thursday. Stay weather aware this week, especially if you have outdoor plans!

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