St. Louis, Missouri – Cooler temperatures Saturday will give way to a noticeably milder Sunday, supporting dry travel conditions across the region.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service in St. Louis, dry weather is expected to persist through the weekend as temperatures rebound after a cool start to Saturday. The update was shared Saturday via the agency’s official Facebook page.
Saturday’s conditions are expected to remain dry and cool, with afternoon highs mainly in the 30s across Illinois and ranging from the upper 30s to mid-40s in Missouri. Areas near major corridors such as Interstate 70, Interstate 55, and Interstate 64 will see similar conditions, with no precipitation expected to disrupt travel.
By Sunday, temperatures are forecast to rise significantly. Highs across Illinois are expected to reach the 40s, while much of Missouri warms into the 50s, with some locations approaching 60 degrees. Dry conditions are expected to continue, allowing for improved comfort for outdoor activities and weekend events.
The temperature swing may be noticeable for residents heading out early Saturday morning versus Sunday afternoon, particularly for commuters and those traveling along regional roadways. No rain, snow, or ice impacts were indicated in the update.
The National Weather Service emphasized that the overall pattern remains dry through the weekend, offering a break from hazardous winter weather and supporting steady travel conditions throughout the St. Louis metro area and surrounding counties.
For students, young workers, and weekend commuters, the improving temperatures Sunday may reduce cold-related delays while supporting outdoor plans and errands.
Residents are encouraged to check their local forecast for neighborhood-specific temperature details by visiting weather.gov/stlouis and entering their ZIP code.
