St. Louis, MO – Gusty winds and periods of rain will impact the St. Louis region today, creating slick roads and blustery conditions before calmer weather settles in heading toward Christmas Eve.
According to the National Weather Service in St. Louis, windy conditions are expected across eastern Missouri and southwest Illinois today, especially in northeastern Missouri and west-central Illinois where a Wind Advisory is in effect. South winds will gust between 30 and 35 mph at times, with showers and a few thunderstorms possible during the morning hours.
Rain will continue through much of the day, with temperatures rising into the mid-50s early before falling later this afternoon as winds shift and cooler air moves in. Drivers should be prepared for wet roads on I-70, I-64, I-55, and area bridges, where crosswinds may be strongest. While severe weather is not expected, brief downpours could reduce visibility during the morning commute.
Conditions improve tonight as rain tapers off and skies begin to clear. Friday turns cooler but dry, with sunshine returning and highs near 40. The weekend brings a warming trend, with mostly sunny skies Saturday and highs climbing back into the 50s.
Looking ahead, the quiet pattern continues into next week. Christmas Eve on Wednesday is currently shaping up mild and dry across the St. Louis area, favorable for holiday travel and last-minute plans. Windy conditions ease tonight, and no additional hazardous weather is expected beyond today’s impacts
