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Iowa — Gray skies hang low over central Iowa this morning, and the cold settles in quietly but firmly. Breath fogs the air in Des Moines as temperatures sit in the teens, with wind chills near zero making it feel colder than it looks.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, today stays mostly dry but cold, with highs reaching the mid-20s. Winds remain light, yet any breeze keeps the chill noticeable for commuters and anyone heading outside early. Sidewalks and roads remain mostly clear, though shaded areas may stay slick from overnight refreezing…