Davenport, IA – A stretch of unusually mild-feeling late-October afternoons will give way to increasing rain chances across the Quad Cities as the final week of October approaches Halloween. Temperatures are expected to remain in the 70s through Saturday, but the first meaningful opportunity for showers arrives late Wednesday, Oct. 28, before additional rain chances develop Thursday and Saturday. The changing pattern could affect travel and outdoor activities in Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline and Rock Island, particularly as residents prepare for Halloween weekend.
According to the National Weather Service Quad Cities office, Wednesday will feature mostly sunny skies and an afternoon high near 76 degrees. Conditions should remain favorable for much of the day before clouds and rain chances begin increasing Wednesday night. The forecast introduces a 30% chance of showers after 1 a.m. Thursday, with temperatures falling to approximately 57 degrees.
Rain Chances Return After Several Mild Days Thursday, Oct. 29, brings a continuation of the unsettled pattern, although widespread rainfall is not guaranteed. The National Weather Service expects a 30% chance of showers before 1 p.m., followed by mostly sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 75 degrees. Another 30% chance of showers develops after 1 a.m. Friday, suggesting the region could experience several periods of scattered rainfall rather than one continuous rain event…