Des Moines sets daily high temperature. Then winter returned to Iowa.

Monday's abrupt weather changes could leave even Iowans scratching their heads.

After record daily high temperatures were set in Des Moines at 69 degrees, temperatures dropped to the 30s as gusty winds and snow fell in parts of the state. As of 10 p.m., forecasters said the temperatures in central Iowa felt as if they were in the 20s.

After the temperature dropped, the National Weather Service advised Iowa drivers to use caution as they braved the wintry weather in parts of the state.

In central Iowa, northwest winds are expected to persist into the overnight hours, the weather service in Des Moines reported, with wind gust possibly reaching more than 50 mph at times. Light snow may increase travel hazards over far northern Iowa during the evening hours, forecasters said.

The combination of light snow with strong winds may reduce visibility to drivers, forecasters said.

Very windy conditions are expected Tuesday through Sunday. With the cold air moving into the area, late night and early morning wind chill values could hit about zero degrees, the weather service said.

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As for Osceola and Dickinson counties, a winter weather advisory has been issued until midnight. The weather service reported that drivers should plan on experiencing slippery road conditions and reduced visibility, as well as fallen tree branches.

Windy conditions are also expected Monday night in east central, northeast and southeast parts of Iowa, the weather service said. Drivers of high profile vehicle are being advised to drive with extra caution as winds are expected to reach 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph at times.

There is a chance of thunderstorms Monday night in eastern Iowa as well.

Strong winds are expected Tuesday and Wednesday. There is a chance for accumulating snow Friday in the region.