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Quiet days after much-needed rain

By Anthony Peoples,

2026-08-01

A few days of sunshine are expected across the Quad Cities after the soaking rains of Friday and Saturday.

Heavy rain closed out July and kicked off August.

Here’s your full 7-day forecast.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.

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