Residents of St. Louis and its neighboring regions, grab your umbrellas and get ready for the possibility of scattered showers and thunderstorms later today. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), we can expect partly sunny skies with a high near 84 degrees, accompanied by light northeast winds in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation sits at 30 percent, so you might dodge the raindrops or find yourself in the midst of a summer sprinkle.
Transitioning into the evening, the weather narrative shifts slightly; the NWS reports "scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 7pm" and the potential for patchy fog after 5am. Those who venture out tonight should enjoy a tranquil northeast breeze, easing to calm conditions, and temperatures dipping to a low around 68 degrees - ideal for those who prefer their nights cooler. Remember, there's a 30 percent chance of precipitation, so if you're planning an outdoor dinner, it might be wise to have a plan B.
Looking ahead, Tuesday promises isolated showers and thunderstorms after 1pm, with early fog clearing by 9am. The forecasted weather is partly sunny and boasts a high near 86 degrees, with once again, minimal wind disturbance. Although the chance of precipitation drops to 20 percent, don't put those umbrellas away just yet. The serene dance of nature may invite brief thunderous applause during the day.
For the rest of the week, St. Louisans can look forward to some quintessentially hot and sunny August days. Wednesday through Friday will likely bring highs ramping up from 90 to an impressive 92 degrees. Even the nights look set to be mostly clear with lows gradually climbing from 70 to 74 degrees. Come the weekend, temperatures are expected to crest at a sizzling 94 degrees on Saturday, before the waterworks potentially return on Sunday with a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms.
