Weather Story

Rain Showers Become Widespread by Monday

Rainy Day Today

Today's Weather Story

Rain showers will be developing and spreading northeast or east across most of the area this evening and tonight. By Monday, the rain will be fairly widespread, but there will be periodic breaks, especially near the Missouri River and into northwest Iowa. The rain will continue into Monday night, and then gradually diminish Tuesday morning. Up to 2 inches of rainfall will be possible west of the James River. Between there and Interstate 29, many places will receive 0.75 and 1.50 inch of rainfall. Amounts should significantly decrease to the southeast of Highway 60 in Minnesota and Iowa. Ensure your house downspouts are clear of debris, and beware of possible ponding of water in low-lying areas.

Bring that rain jacket and umbrella before heading out to work or school this morning as rain will continue to spread across the area through the morning hours. Rain chances continue into tonight, along with isolated thunderstorms this evening. Rain exits the area to the northeast by Tuesday morning. Watch for ponding of water mainly in low lying and poor drainage areas, but flooding concerns are not expected.