St. Louis, Missouri – Dry skies and near-normal temperatures will kick off the week across Missouri, but rain and thunderstorms could disrupt plans by Thursday and Friday, especially in the St. Louis area.
According to the National Weather Service in St. Louis, Monday will bring highs in the upper 60s to low 70s as clouds gradually clear. Warmer air settles in Tuesday and Wednesday, with temperatures reaching the low 80s in central and eastern Missouri. A slight chance of showers (20%) emerges by Wednesday afternoon.
By Thursday, conditions turn more unsettled, with a 50% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms. The storm threat increases to 70% on Friday, particularly in eastern Missouri and along I-70. Gusty winds and heavy downpours may affect morning and evening commutes in cities like St. Louis, Columbia, and Rolla.
Residents are advised to monitor local alerts, avoid flood-prone roads during storms, and secure outdoor items as winds pick up later in the week.
Rain chances will linger into the weekend, with updates expected as confidence in storm timing improves. Stay tuned for additional advisories midweek.
