St. Louis, MO – Fall may have arrived on the calendar, but residents across the St. Louis metro are feeling summer-like heat this week. As Illinois heads into the first weekend of October, forecasts call for near-record highs, making outdoor plans both appealing and potentially exhausting.
According to the National Weather Service in St. Louis, Friday, October 3, will bring sunshine and a high near 89 degrees. Calm winds and dry skies will continue, giving commuters, homeowners, and Halloween decorators an early window to prepare without worry of storms. Public safety officials urge residents to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor activity in direct sun, especially during afternoon peak heat hours.
Thursday looks just as hot, with a high near 90 and light winds. Friday follows closely behind at 89 under clear skies. The warm streak extends into Saturday, when highs reach 87 before dropping slightly Sunday into the mid-80s. No rain is expected until Tuesday, when only a slim 20 percent chance of showers enters the forecast.
This stretch of sunny, dry weather could benefit road projects and outdoor activities across Metro East communities including Brooklyn, Granite City, and St. Louis County. I-70 and I-64 travelers should expect smooth driving conditions through the weekend, with no major weather delays reported.
Looking ahead, next week shows only a minor cooldown, keeping temperatures in the mid-80s well into early October. For those planning Halloween displays, this week offers the perfect window to get decorations in place under clear skies.
