Missouri wakes up damp and dim, with fog clinging to streetlights and wet pavement stretching across I-70 and I-44. Temperatures sit at 39 degrees in St. Louis, and visibility has dipped at times around Lambert Airport.
According to the National Weather Service in St. Louis, showers and thunderstorms will redevelop through the morning and continue into the afternoon. Rain chances hold near 80 percent today, with highs climbing to 58 degrees. Patchy fog may linger early before steadier rain takes over.
The active March Weather pattern does not ease midweek. Wednesday brings another 90 percent chance of showers, with highs rising to 64 degrees. By Thursday, temperatures push near 69 degrees, and showers remain likely before tapering at times.
Drivers across the Missouri–Illinois line, especially along I-64 and I-255, should expect slick roads during heavier bursts of rain. Ponding is possible in low-lying spots. Plan extra time for the commute and avoid sudden braking on wet pavement.
Friday keeps storm chances in play, with highs near 79 degrees and additional showers possible into Friday night. While no wintry mix is expected, rapid temperature swings and repeated rainfall can stress drainage systems.
Clocks spring ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, bringing longer daylight just as this warm spell expands. Early next week trends milder, with highs pushing into the 70s under a more typical Spring Warmth setup.
Stay weather-aware as this unsettled stretch continues. Are you seeing standing water in your neighborhood this morning?
Five Day Outlook for St. Louis, Missouri:
Wednesday: High 64°, showers likely
Thursday: High 69°, showers likely
Friday: High 79°, chance of storms
Saturday: High 69°, slight shower chance
Sunday: High 69°, mostly sunny
