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Missouri-Illinois Weather Alert: St. Louis, MO Freeze Ends, Nov 7-11
St. Louis, MO — Frost covered lawns, freezing temperatures and a dramatic November warmup are creating a sharp weather contrast across Missouri and Illinois. Some communities faced temperatures as low
By Claire Benton · 2026-11-07T10:08:37.937Z
St. Louis, MO — Frost covered lawns, freezing temperatures and a dramatic November warmup are creating a sharp weather contrast across Missouri and Illinois. Some communities faced temperatures as low as 28 degrees before a warming trend expected to push afternoon highs toward 68 degrees Tuesday.
The temperature swing could reach 40 degrees when comparing the coldest warned locations with Tuesday's expected afternoon high.
According to the National Weather Service in St. Louis, a Freeze Warning was issued for portions of Missouri and Illinois through 8 a.m. Saturday.
The warning included communities such as St. Louis, St. Charles, Belleville, Edwardsville, Alton, Columbia, Quincy and surrounding areas.
Forecasters warned that freezing temperatures could kill sensitive vegetation and potentially damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Freeze Warning Ends as Temperatures Recover Although the warning period has ended, residents should inspect vulnerable plants and exposed outdoor fixtures for possible damage.
St. Louis Lambert International Airport reported 38 degrees early Saturday, demonstrating how temperatures varied across the region.
Some rural and low lying communities may have experienced colder conditions.
Saturday afternoon temperatures should recover toward 54 degrees under mostly sunny skies.
Drivers using I 70, I 64 and I 55 should remain attentive to isolated slick surfaces where moisture and freezing temperatures overlap.
However, widespread icy road conditions are not indicated in the supplied forecast.
Sunday Tuesday: Temperatures Climb Toward 70 Degrees Sunday brings sunshine and a high near 63 degrees, beginning a significant warming trend.
Monday climbs toward 67 degrees, with sunny skies continuing across the St. Louis metropolitan area.
By Tuesday, afternoon temperatures could reach 68 degrees.
The warmer conditions provide an opportunity to clear fallen leaves, finish yardwork and prepare outdoor equipment before colder weather eventually returns.
Wednesday Brings Another Weather Shift Veterans Day remains mostly sunny, with temperatures reaching approximately 65 degrees.
A slight chance of rain develops Wednesday night, followed by another 20% chance Thursday.
By Friday, afternoon temperatures could fall toward 51 degrees.
Meteorologists continue monitoring colder weather systems across the northern United States, although no significant St. Louis snowstorm is indicated through Friday.
As Thanksgiving approaches, residents should prepare for additional temperature fluctuations and monitor updated winter weather outlooks.
For now, the biggest development remains the transition from freezing conditions to several mild November afternoons.