St. Louis, Missouri – A surge of thunderstorms Friday afternoon could cause slick roads and spot power outages across the St. Louis metro, especially along I-55 and I-70 during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in St. Louis, scattered thunderstorms will move in Friday afternoon, with a few possibly becoming severe by early evening. Southeast Missouri is most at risk, with damaging winds listed as the primary concern. Spotter activation may be needed.
Rain chances linger into Friday night, tapering off before sunrise Saturday. If you’re heading out Friday evening, charge your devices, avoid flooded roads, and stay tuned to local alerts. Patchy fog is also possible after dark.
By Saturday, the region turns warmer and drier. Expect highs near 80°F under mostly cloudy skies, with just a slight chance of afternoon storms. Sunday brings a welcome warm-up — mostly sunny with highs in the mid-80s.
Looking ahead to next week, conditions remain seasonable. Monday will be partly cloudy near 84°F. Tuesday cools slightly, with a high near 80°F and no significant precipitation in sight.
⚠️ Warnings remain in effect Friday for southeast Missouri. Expect updated guidance if storm strength increases.
📆 Five-Day Forecast: St. Louis Metro
- Thursday, June 5: Slight chance of morning showers; high 77°F
- Friday, June 6: Showers & t-storms likely by afternoon; high 78°F
- Saturday, June 7: Slight chance of storms after 1 p.m.; high 80°F
- Sunday, June 8: Mostly sunny, slight late shower risk; high 85°F
- Monday, June 9: Partly sunny and warm; high 84°F
- Tuesday, June 10: Sunny, breezy, and cooler; high 80°F
