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St. Louis Braces for Heavy Rain and Severe Thunderstorms, NWS Issues Weather Alert for Central Missouri

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Published on November 04, 2024
St. Louis Braces for Heavy Rain and Severe Thunderstorms, NWS Issues Weather Alert for Central MissouriSource: Unsplash/ Ryoji Iwata

The St. Louis area is bracing for rain and thunderstorms today, with heavy rainfall likely before 4 PM. The National Weather Service predicts a 100% chance of continued storms tonight. Temperatures will reach a high of around 71 degrees, with south winds gusting up to 29 mph. Residents should prepare for wet and windy conditions.

According to the National Weather Service, central Missouri is facing threats this evening, including damaging winds, possible tornadoes, and heavy rainfall. These conditions are expected to ease by Tuesday afternoon, with thunderstorms likely clearing by noon. However, gusts may reach up to 28 mph, and while the chance of showers will decrease midweek, clearer skies are anticipated.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for central Missouri, warning of severe weather this evening. While spotter activation isn’t expected, residents should prepare for stormy conditions ahead.

By Tuesday night, the chance of rain will drop to just 20% before midnight, leading to mostly clear skies and a sunny Wednesday. From Thursday to Sunday, there are scattered rain chances between 20% and 50% on Saturday. Daytime temperatures are expected to be in the mid-60s, providing some relief after a stormy start to the week.