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Couple of nice days before rain returns

By Anthony Peoples,

1 days ago

Once the patchy dense fog dissipates this morning, we'll enjoy a couple of nice, warm days in the Quad Cities

After that, rain chances will be a daily occurrence this weekend into next week.

Here's your full 7-day forecast.

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