St. Louis, MO – A spring freeze threatens plants, pipes, and travel across the St. Louis region as temperatures plunge into the mid-20s early Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in St. Louis, a Freeze Warning remains in effect until 9 a.m. CDT Tuesday, covering a wide swath of southern and central Illinois and eastern Missouri. Affected areas include Fulton, Alton, Edwardsville, Belleville, and Hannibal, extending along key corridors like I-70, I-64, and I-55.
Sub-freezing lows as cold as 26°F were recorded overnight, with widespread frost risking damage to crops, garden plants, and unprotected plumbing. Residents are urged to cover or bring in tender vegetation and check exposed outdoor piping.
Tuesday brings a break from the cold, with sunny skies and highs near 54°F. However, chilly air returns Tuesday night, with a low around 39°F. Looking ahead, rain chances increase Wednesday, with possible thunderstorms Wednesday night and highs climbing into the upper 60s.
5-Day St. Louis Area Spring Forecast:
- Tuesday: Frost early. Sunny, high 54°F. Calm winds.
- Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, low 39°F.
- Wednesday: Showers possible before noon. High 67°F.
- Wednesday Night: Thunderstorms possible after 10 p.m. Low 47°F.
- Thursday: Chance of thunderstorms. High 69°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 57°F. Low 38°F.
- Saturday: Sunny and mild, high 64°F.
Stay alert for updated weather advisories through midweek.
