Missouri — A soft pale sky stretches over the Gateway Arch this morning as calm south winds ripple through the low, humid air. Streetlights glint off damp pavement near I-70, signaling the warm, unsettled stretch building into early Thanksgiving travel week. Drivers should stay aware through the morning as visibility varies and the air feels thicker than a typical mid-November start.
According to meteorologists, today turns unseasonably warm with sunshine pushing temperatures into the upper 70s. South winds strengthen by midday, gusting over 20 mph near the Mississippi River. Residents decorating early for the holidays or finishing outdoor chores should take advantage of the warm spell before a cooler shift forms early next week.
Sunday stays sunny with highs hovering near 59°F, but cooler, drier air slips in from the north. The calmer breeze should help yardwork, tailgates, and day trips across the river into Illinois.
Monday marks the start of a slow Weather Pattern Change. Clouds increase through the afternoon, and models hint at an early sign of a Monday night rain and thunder pattern. Gusty showers become likely between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m., especially along the I-55 and I-64 corridors. Commuters heading out early Tuesday should watch for slick pavement and reduced visibility near the Poplar Street Bridge and downtown connectors.
Tuesday brings a brief break in rainfall early, but another slight chance of rain lingers under mostly cloudy skies. Highs remain in the upper 60s, maintaining the roller-coaster feel typical of November transition season. For now, no winter precipitation is expected, but temperature swings could influence late-month storm tracks as Thanksgiving approaches.
Five-Day Outlook: St. Louis / Brooklyn, IL
Sat: 78/46 – Warm; sunny.
Sun: 59/39 – Sunny; crisp.
Mon: 58/49 – Clouds increase; showers late.
Tue: 67/46 – Mostly cloudy; rain chance.
Wed: 81/50 – Mild; 20% rain chance.
