Kevin Phelps

Meteorologist at KWQC-TV (Davenport, IA)

@kwqcnews Meteorologist in the AM, stay at home dad in afternoon. Wannabe chef, golfer, “likes” to run. @Creighton alum.

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FIRST ALERT DAY in effect for strong to severe storms Tuesday in the Quad Cities

3 weeks ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, Iowa/Ill. (KWQC) --Clouding upAfternoon showers this weekendTrending warmer next weekClouds will roll back into the area today, leading to highs in the upper 70s. There will be several chances for rain this weekend, but also many dry hours, especially during the morning. Highs will be limited to the mid 70s on both Saturday and Sunday, and no severe weather is expected at this time.
FIRST ALERT DAY in effect for strong to severe storms Tuesday in the Quad Cities

3 weeks ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, Iowa/Ill. (KWQC) --Patchy fogNormal tempsSpotty showers this weekendPatchy fog has developed in many valley areas this morning following early week rainfall. Once the fog clears, we’ll see some sunshine this morning, followed by increasing clouds this afternoon, which will limit highs to the mid and upper 70s. Temperatures return to normal Friday through the weekend, with spotty afternoon shower chances—though most areas will remain dry.
FIRST ALERT DAY in effect for strong to severe storms Tuesday in the Quad Cities

3 weeks ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, Iowa/Ill. (KWQC) --Lingering showers/smoky skiesSunny ThursdayMore rain FridayMuch calmer conditions will prevail today in the wake of last night’s severe weather. Lingering showers will wrap up shortly after 8 AM, but clouds will be stubborn, keeping highs only in the 60s and 70s this afternoon. Skies will clear tonight, and with light winds, patchy fog may develop in favored valley areas. Thursday will be mostly sunny with highs near 80º.
FIRST ALERT DAY in effect for strong to severe storms Tuesday in the Quad Cities

3 weeks ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, Iowa/Ill. (KWQC) -- ***FIRST ALERT DAY TUESDAY 2PM – 8PM FOR STRONG/SEVERE STORMS***Strong stormsHeavy rainCooler tempsWidespread storms will develop across the area this afternoon and evening, with all types of severe weather possible. Damaging winds will be the primary threat. Areas south of I-80 are favored for severe storms between 2 PM and 8 PM, before transitioning into a heavy rainfall event for the entire viewing area tonight.
Few more showers today before hazy sunshine returns

4 weeks ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, IA/Ill. (KWQC) --Warming UpHazy/smoky Friday into Saturday90s returnAn upper-level system cut off from the main flow is finally moving out today, leading to only minor rain chances and highs in the low 70s. Skies will clear tonight, setting the stage for a sunny day Friday with highs in the low 80s. However, smoke from Canadian wildfires may create hazy skies at times, and there could be enough smoke near the surface to produce a noticeable smell and lead to unhealthy air quality.
Quad Cities area temps remain on the cooler side

1 month ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, IA/Ill. (KWQC) --Cloudy and cool with showersDrying out by the weekend80s returnAn upper level system cut off from the main flow will lead to plenty of clouds and light rain over the next 36 hours. While several rounds of rain are expected, rainfall amounts will remain light—generally under a quarter inch. Because of the cloud cover and rain, temperatures will only reach the 60s and 70s this afternoon.
Light rain chances the next two days

1 month ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, IA/Ill. (KWQC) --Cloudy and cool with showersDrying out by the weekend80s returnAn upper level system is cut off from the main flow, which will lead to lots of clouds and light rain over the next two days. While radar may look busy today, there is a lot of dry air in place that will evaporate much of the rain before it reaches the ground. Because of this drier air, temperatures should still reach the 60s and 70s this afternoon.
Temps remain on the cooler side

1 month ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, IA/Ill. (KWQC) --Cooler than normalMostly dry Holiday weekendWarming up next weekMainly dry conditions will continue across the area for the remainder of the Memorial Day weekend. Any rain will be limited to areas along Highway 34, mainly during the morning hours Sunday and late Monday. Temperatures will remain below normal, but highs in the 60s and 70s should still be comfortable for most outdoor activities.
Sunshine returns Friday before weekend clouds

1 month ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, IA/Ill. (KWQC) --Cooler than normalMostly dry Holiday weekendWarming up next weekWe are off to a cool start this morning with temperatures in the mid 40s, but sunshine will help us warm back into the 60s and 70s this afternoon. Clouds will be more abundant on Saturday and Sunday, keeping highs in the mid to upper 60s. On Sunday and Monday, a system will track just south of the area, bringing a few showers along and south of Highway 34.
First Alert Day from noon until 6PM for a few severe storms

1 month ago | kwqc.com | Kevin Phelps

QUAD CITIES, IA/Ill. (KWQC) --Very localized severe storms todayHeavy rain ends tonightDry by the weekendHeavy rain will transition to scattered showers and thunderstorms after sunrise. While there will be some dry time today, it will still feel damp and cool with highs in the mid 60s. If we see some sun this afternoon southeast of the Quad Cities, a few strong storms can’t be ruled out as an area of low pressure and upper-level disturbance will help make them stronger.