St. Louis, MO – The first day of spring brings shifting weather patterns to Missouri, with breezy conditions Thursday night leading into a warmer, wetter weekend. While Friday offers sunshine and highs in the mid-60s, rain chances increase by Saturday night, potentially affecting outdoor plans.
According to the National Weather Service, strong northwest winds of 25-30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph will persist overnight, gradually diminishing by Friday morning. Skies will clear throughout the day, bringing a high near 65°F. By Friday night, clouds return, signaling an approaching weather system.
Saturday starts mild with sunshine and a high of 60°F, but rain chances rise after sunset, with a 60% likelihood of showers overnight. Sunday remains damp, with steady rain expected through the early afternoon and a high of 62°F. The system moves out Sunday night, leaving mostly clear skies and temperatures around 40°F.
Looking ahead to next week, mild conditions continue with highs in the low 60s and isolated rain chances through Tuesday. Those traveling or planning outdoor activities should prepare for gusty winds tonight and potential rain delays this weekend.
For the latest weather updates, check road conditions on I-70 and I-44 and monitor alerts from the National Weather Service St. Louis Office.
