(Des Moines) The first severe weather threat of the year could impact Iowa Thursday night and Friday, according to the National Weather Service office in Des Moines. Two rounds of storms are possible, with the potential for severe conditions.
Key Messages
- Round 1: Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop late Thursday night, mainly after midnight. Some storms could produce large hail.
- Round 2: A line of severe storms may move across parts of Iowa on Friday evening. All severe hazards are possible, though the exact timing and areas of greatest impact remain uncertain.
- Storms during the second round late Friday are expected to move quickly toward the east-northeast, potentially exceeding 50 mph.
