St. Louisans, brace yourself for a cold start to the New Year as the National Weather Service in St. Louis forecasts a sharp drop in temperatures, accompanied by rain, windy conditions, and possible snow flurries. As you step outside this morning, expect light rain and a noticeable chill in the air. According to the latest update from the NWS, the humidity currently stands at 86%, with the temperature feeling more like 37°F thanks to the wind chill.
The detailed forecast anticipates an end to the rain before 10 am. However, a chance of showers could continue between 10 am and 2 pm. Those planning outdoor activities should dress warmly as temperatures are poised to fall to around 40 by mid-morning. The NWS advises a northwest wind blowing at 15 to 21 mph, an gusts could reach heights of up to 36 mph. A 100% chance of precipitation means umbrellas are a must for early risers heading out.
For those venturing out tonight, there's a possibility of flurries after midnight. The NWS hints at mostly cloudy skies with lows dipping to around 30 degrees, while northwest winds persist at 10 to 15 mph and gusts may escalate as high as 25 mph. New Year's Day itself looks brighter with mostly sunny skies forecasted, yet it stays cool with highs near 38 degrees. Westerly winds will be softened slightly to 7 to 11 mph, though still capable of gusts up to 22 mph.
Looking ahead to midweek and beyond, St. Louis can expect increasing clouds Wednesday night and a 20 percent chance of snow by Thursday afternoon. Temperatures on Thursday will hover around 39 degrees—a calm wind turning south near 5 mph. The likelihood of snow persists into the weekend with a 30 percent chance of snow on Saturday night, leading to a more certain snowy Sunday where the chance of precipitation rises to 70%. Keep those winter boots at the ready, as snow may continue into the early week, potentially affecting the Monday morning commute with a high near 26.
