TODAY: Thunderstorms are forecast at times today through tonight. There is a potential for severe weather at times, especially over the southern half or so of Iowa from mid-afternoon through this evening when all modes of severe weather may be possible including damaging winds, very large hail, and even tornadoes. Locally heavy rainfall is also expected, especially south of Interstate 80.

SATURDAY through Thursday: Periodic chances for thunderstorms remain in the forecast from Saturday into next week, however the threat of severe weather appears low at this time.

SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT…

Spotter activation may be needed this afternoon and evening, mainly across the southern half or so of Iowa.