St. Louis, MO – A heat wave is set to hit St. Louis and the surrounding Missouri area starting Tuesday and lasting through at least Thursday. Temperatures and humidity levels will climb significantly, bringing sweltering conditions back to the region. Rain chances throughout the week will offer localized, temporary relief, but details on timing and locations remain uncertain.
According to the US National Weather Service in St. Louis, today will see temperatures reaching a high of 84°F with a 65% chance of rain. Showers and thunderstorms are expected primarily in the afternoon and early evening. Sunday’s forecast predicts a high of 87°F with a 45% chance of precipitation, mostly in the afternoon and evening.
As the week progresses, Monday’s temperatures are expected to hit 90°F with continued rain chances. By Tuesday, the heat will intensify, reaching a high of 93°F under partly sunny skies. The peak of the heat wave will likely be on Wednesday, with temperatures soaring to 96°F. Thursday will remain hot at 95°F before slightly cooling down to 90°F by Friday, when more rain is anticipated.