Station Name: Des Moines River at Ottumwa, IA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 630 feet

Nearest Address:
Wabash Bridge
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Wapello County

GPS Coordinates: 41.01084795, -92.4112963

Nearby Water Temperatures

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 21 at 2:29AM CST until January 24 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 2:29 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 12:30 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west to northwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero possible. * WHERE...Portions of central into south central and southeast Iowa. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 15 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Wind Advisory issued January 21 at 2:29AM CST until January 21 at 11:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 2:29 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 12:30 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west to northwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero possible. * WHERE...Portions of central into south central and southeast Iowa. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 15 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Wind Advisory issued January 21 at 11:27AM CST until January 21 at 11:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 11:27 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 9:30 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero possible. * WHERE...Appanoose, Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, Monroe, Ringgold, Wayne, Davis, and Wapello Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 11 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 21 at 11:27AM CST until January 24 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 11:27 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 9:30 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero possible. * WHERE...Appanoose, Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, Monroe, Ringgold, Wayne, Davis, and Wapello Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 11 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Wind Advisory issued January 21 at 11:24AM CST until January 22 at 12:00AM CST by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 11:24 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 9:00 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below possible. * WHERE...In Iowa, Des Moines, Henry IA, Jefferson, Lee, and Van Buren Counties. In Missouri, Clark and Scotland Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until midnight CST tonight. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 21 at 11:24AM CST until January 24 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 11:24 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 9:00 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below possible. * WHERE...In Iowa, Des Moines, Henry IA, Jefferson, Lee, and Van Buren Counties. In Missouri, Clark and Scotland Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until midnight CST tonight. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 21 at 11:24AM CST until January 24 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 11:24 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 9:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below possible. * WHERE...Cedar, Iowa, Johnson, Muscatine, Keokuk, Louisa, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until midnight CST tonight. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

High Wind Warning issued January 21 at 11:24AM CST until January 22 at 12:00AM CST by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 11:24 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 9:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below possible. * WHERE...Cedar, Iowa, Johnson, Muscatine, Keokuk, Louisa, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until midnight CST tonight. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

High Wind Warning issued January 21 at 11:27AM CST until January 21 at 11:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 11:27 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 9:30 PM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero possible. * WHERE...Jasper, Marshall, Polk, Poweshiek, Story, Mahaska, Marion, and Warren Counties. Includes portions of Interstate 35 and Interstate 80. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 11 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 21 at 11:27AM CST until January 24 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 11:27 AM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 9:30 PM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero possible. * WHERE...Jasper, Marshall, Polk, Poweshiek, Story, Mahaska, Marion, and Warren Counties. Includes portions of Interstate 35 and Interstate 80. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 11 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Wind Advisory issued January 21 at 12:02PM CST until January 21 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 12:02 PM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 8:15 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 23 below possible. * WHERE...Grundy, Harrison, Mercer, Putnam, Sullivan, Adair, and Schuyler Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 21 at 12:02PM CST until January 24 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO

Effective: Wed January 21, 2026, 12:02 PM
Expires: Wed January 21, 2026, 8:15 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 23 below possible. * WHERE...Grundy, Harrison, Mercer, Putnam, Sullivan, Adair, and Schuyler Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.