Station Name: Pella 5SW - Red Rock Lk (TW)
Data Source: USGS

Elevation Above Sea Level: 699 feet

Nearest Address:
Horn's Ferry Bridge
Pella, IA 50219
Marion County

GPS Coordinates: 41.3642, -92.9756

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 19 at 9:17PM CST until February 20 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 9:17 PM
Expires: Fri February 20, 2026, 6:00 AM

A band of heavy snow has set up across the central portion of Iowa with snow rates of one inch or more per hour at times. A band of 5 to 8 inches of snow is expected by Friday morning from western through central to northeastern Iowa. There will be a sharp gradient of snowfall on either side of the heaviest band of snow. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central Iowa. * WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute. Heavy snow with breezy winds could lead to isolated power outages.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app, www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 20 at 6:21AM CST until February 20 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Fri February 20, 2026, 6:21 AM
Expires: Fri February 20, 2026, 9:00 AM

Snow is ending this morning though blowing snow is expected over the next several hours. Very slick and hazardous travel will persist. * WHAT...Light snow ending. Areas of blowing snow. Additional accumulations less than one inch. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and south central Iowa. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact this morning's commute.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app, www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

Special Weather Statement issued February 20 at 4:54AM CST by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Effective: Fri February 20, 2026, 4:54 AM
Expires: Fri February 20, 2026, 7:00 AM

A band of snow will continue to move across the area through 7 AM. The snow will be light to moderate in intensity at times, which combined with gusty winds of 35 to around 45 mph will reduce visibilities under 1 mile. Most locations will receive under 1 inch of accumulation, however a few isolated 2 inch amounts are possible north and west of the Quad Cities. Roads, bridges, and overpasses may become slick and hazardous due to the snowfall and temperatures dropping below the freezing mark. If driving, slow down and allow extra following distance, and plan on slippery travel for the morning commute.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 19 at 9:17PM CST until February 20 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 9:17 PM
Expires: Fri February 20, 2026, 6:00 AM

A band of heavy snow has set up across the central portion of Iowa with snow rates of one inch or more per hour at times. A band of 5 to 8 inches of snow is expected by Friday morning from western through central to northeastern Iowa. There will be a sharp gradient of snowfall on either side of the heaviest band of snow. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central and northeast Iowa. * WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute. Heavy snow with breezy winds could lead to isolated power outages.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app, www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 20 at 6:21AM CST until February 20 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Des Moines IA

Effective: Fri February 20, 2026, 6:21 AM
Expires: Fri February 20, 2026, 9:00 AM

Snow is ending this morning though blowing snow is expected over the next several hours. Very slick and hazardous travel will persist. * WHAT...Snow ending with blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations less than one inch. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Iowa. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact this morning's commute.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app, www.511ia.org, or dial 511.