Iowa weather: Gusty winds return today with snow showers before our extreme temperature drop

An Arctic blast is set to grip Iowa later this week, bringing some of the coldest temperatures of the season.

The Local 5 Weather Team has issued a Weather Impact Alert Day for Friday through Monday due to extreme cold with wind chills in the -20° to -30° range.

The Arnolds Park/Okoboji Fire and Rescue have issued a safety warning ahead of the University of Okoboji Winter Games this weekend.

The National Weather Service is forecasting a change in recent dry conditions. Rain and snowfall are expected to sweep across Iowa starting Thursday.

The Local 5 Weather Team has issued a Weather Impact Alert Day for Wednesday, Jan. 21 due to anticipated high winds and possible snow showers.

We'll get a break from the active weather on Friday with just cloudy skies and cold conditions. A few flurries are possible, but no accumulating snow. Saturday and Sunday are Weather Impact Days as another round of winter weather brings more snow and ...

High winds and extreme cold will settle into Iowa, the NWS warns. Here's when to expect the coldest temperatures.

Schools are closing or changing their schedules for the dangerously cold temperatures forecast in eastern Nebraska and western Iowa.

Clouds should push south out of the state in time for any northern lights sightings in Iowa. Much of the state, particularly in the stronger viewing areas in northern Iowa, will have clear skies around midnight Tuesday. In central Iowa, areas around Des Moines will see about 20% sky cover. Conditions

School districts in central Iowa are trying to get ahead of the upcoming winter weather. Multiple districts have announced early dismissals Wednesday, and some are already planning ahead for Friday's expected dangerous cold.