The city of St. Louis is shrouded in mist as the National Weather Service (NWS) reports a thick cover of fog lingering in the area, with visibility at a mere 1.75 miles. Current conditions show a temperature holding at 42°F, while the humidity soars at 92%. For those stepping out early this Christmas Day, the NWS warns of rain and areas of fog, recommending residents keep their rain gear at hand. A light east wind passes through at 6 mph, offering little respite from the dampness that seems to envelop everything in its grasp.
The holiday forecast isn't looking bright for outdoor plans; residents can expect rain likely before noon, transitioning to drizzle between noon and 2 pm. Those last-minute holiday shoppers will need to navigate through these conditions, as the chance of precipitation hits a high of 70%. The southeast winds, feeble as they may be at 3 to 7 mph, only add to the chill that the fog brings. For Christmas Day it will be "cloudy, with a high near 46," according to the NWS, prompting St. Louis residents to dress accordingly.
The rest of the week seems to follow suit with weather conditions that will likely have people reaching for their umbrellas rather than sunglasses. Thursday's outlook suggests a continuing trend with drizzle and rain likely to persist, and Friday's forecast doesn't promise much improvement with a 60% chance of rain and a modest climb in temperature to near 59°F.
As Saturday rolls in, the possibility of rain lingers at 40 percent, and the NWS doesn't rule out thunderstorms before midnight. Despite the dreariness, temperatures are expected to reach the low 60s, offering a slight reprieve from the colder days of the week. As for Saturday night, there may be "a chance of rain and thunderstorms before midnight, then a slight chance of rain," the forecast reads. Sunday and Monday provide a hopeful glance at clearer skies with partly sunny conditions, however, the chance of rain returns, with a 40 percent likelihood Monday night into Tuesday.
