St. Louisans can expect a sunny start to their week with mild temperatures, according to the National Weather Service. The latest update from NWS St. Louis details today's high to climb near 83 degrees with a light northeast breeze helping to keep things comfortable. Those looking to enjoy the outdoors should make the most of the sunny skies, as the evening is expected to bring in more clouds and a modest dip in temperature to around 66.
As we head into the beginning of the week, the peaceful weather will hold, but there's a small catch. The NWS predicts a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms post 1 p.m. on Monday, disrupting the mostly cloudy sky. These conditions are expected to repeat on Tuesday with a slightly lower chance of precipitation. For those planning any outdoor activities, it may be wise to have an umbrella at hand, or to time events around the potential for afternoon showers.
The detailed forecast by the National Weather Service indicates that Monday night might be partly cloudy with lows around 68, as the east wind settles down. This will segue into a mostly sunny Tuesday, providing a stretch of warmth that will raise the high near to 86, with an introduction of easterly winds in the afternoon.
The latter half of the week promises to offer clear skies and rising temperatures, setting a stage for high heat toward the weekend. By Friday, the NWS forecasts a sunny climate with conditions reaching a scorching high near 92 degrees Fahrenheit. Saturday continues the trend, pushing the mercury even higher to approximately 94 degrees — a signal for locals to prepare for a hot weekend.
