St. Louis, Missouri – Thunderstorms return to Missouri this Friday with more expected Monday night, raising concerns for commuters across the St. Louis metro.
According to the National Weather Service in St. Louis, strong thunderstorms are likely between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Friday, with a 60% chance of rain that could impact travel on major roadways like I-70, I-44, and I-55. Monday night brings a second round of thunderstorms, especially between 6 p.m. and midnight. Residents should prepare now by checking travel routes and securing loose outdoor items.
Friday’s storms may begin as showers before intensifying late morning. Wind gusts and lightning could create brief power interruptions or tree damage in some neighborhoods. Rain chances drop off Saturday, giving way to a sunny, mild weekend.
Daily highs will range from the upper 60s to mid-80s, with Monday peaking near 85°F before another cooldown on Tuesday. Evening lows stay in the 50s through Sunday, then rise near 70°F Monday night.
Here’s your extended 5-Day Spring Forecast for the St. Louis area:
- Friday: Thunderstorms likely after 9 a.m., high 77°F
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high 68°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 72°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 85°F; storms return Monday night
- Tuesday: Chance of rain continues, high 72°F
