St. Louis wakes up to clear skies Wednesday morning, with temperatures around 70 degrees and a calm start downtown. The city is headed for a sunny afternoon near 89 degrees, while a light northeast breeze keeps things from feeling completely still. After several muggy days, the forecast offers a short-lived break before rain and thunderstorms return.
Sunny Wednesday And Thursday Bring A Drier Feel
According to the National Weather Service, Wednesday night should turn mostly clear with a low near 68 degrees. Thursday will look much like Wednesday, with sunshine, light east winds and another high around 89 degrees. Lower humidity should make both afternoons more manageable, even if late July still brings plenty of heat.
Storm Chances Build Late Thursday Night
The next weather shift arrives late Thursday night into Friday morning, when showers and thunderstorms become increasingly likely. Friday carries a 60% chance of rain during the day, with a high near 88, followed by a 70% chance of additional showers and storms Friday night. The NWS forecast discussion says locally heavy rain is possible, while stronger storms could produce damaging wind gusts if conditions come together.
Cooler And Wetter Weekend Ahead
Saturday looks noticeably cooler, with a high near 81 and a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Rain chances linger Sunday, though the day should be mostly sunny with a high around 83 and a 30% chance of showers. No watches, warnings or advisories are currently listed for the St. Louis forecast area, but outdoor plans may need a backup option from Friday through Sunday.
