Dangerously hot conditions will move west across the U.S. this week with temperatures surging to triple digits and an increased risk of wildfires and their accompanying toxic smoke.
Shenandoah, IA
Right Now
66°
- Humidity: 100%
- Feels Like: 66°
- Heat Index: 66°
- Wind: 9 mph
- Wind Chill: 65°
- UV Index: 4 Moderate
- Sunrise: 06:22:16 AM
- Sunset: 08:32:34 PM
- Dew Point: 65°
- Visibility: 8 mi
Today
Cloudy with rain ending for the afternoon. High 74F. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall near a quarter of an inch.
Tonight
A few clouds. Low 61F. Winds light and variable.
Tomorrow
Sunshine along with some cloudy intervals. High 83F. Winds light and variable.
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