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Dry, above-average temperatures expected to continue before late-week cooling trend
Mild and dry conditions will persist across the area through the weekend. Temperatures are projected to drop slightly as a cooling trend arrives later in the week.
Mild Weather Pattern to Keep Temperatures in the 70s Through Friday
Temperatures across the region will remain in the 70s through the remainder of the workweek. The steady forecast brings a stretch of mild, consistent conditions through the coming days.
Warm temperatures continue in Missouri; rain expected midweek
Missouri residents can anticipate highs in the 90s for the upcoming days. A cold front arriving Wednesday will bring a chance of rain and lower temperatures closer to seasonal averages.
Missouri Prepares for Warmer Temperatures, Showers This Week
Forecasters predict rising temperatures across Missouri, with many areas reaching the 70s this weekend. Increased chances of rain are expected throughout the week and into next weekend.
Monday Forecast Predicts Cooler Temperatures, Rain in Northwest Missouri
Forecasters anticipate cooler conditions and scattered rain showers in northwest Missouri on Monday, September 21. Morning temperatures will be mild, with a slight chance of afternoon precipitation.
Missouri sees continued high temperatures, isolated storm chances
Forecasters predict daily highs in the 90s across Missouri for most of the current workweek. Scattered thunderstorms are possible this evening.
Missouri Prepares for Midweek Cool Down After Two Days of High Temperatures
Highs in the 90s are expected across Missouri today and Tuesday, with Tuesday seeing increased humidity. A cold front will bring rain chances and lower temperatures starting Wednesday.
Missouri forecast predicts dry week with consistent temperatures
State residents can expect mostly dry conditions throughout the coming week, following isolated showers late Sunday into early Monday. Daily high temperatures will remain in the 80s across Missouri.
Missouri Prepares for Sunday Storms, Cooler Monday Temperatures
Sunday brings the potential for severe weather across parts of Missouri, including damaging winds and isolated weak tornadoes. A cold front is expected to usher in drier and cooler conditions by Monday.
Missouri anticipates isolated storms, continued high temperatures Friday
Forecasters predict scattered showers and thunderstorms across parts of Missouri on Friday. Despite potential rainfall, temperatures will remain in the mid-90s with high humidity.
Missouri prepares for hot, humid weekend weather
State experiences a heat wave with temperatures reaching the mid-90s. Forecasters predict continued hot and humid conditions through the weekend.
Missouri Prepares for Warm Temperatures on Election Day
Forecasters predict unusually warm weather across Missouri for the upcoming election, with temperatures reaching into the upper 80s and lower 90s. Hazy conditions are also expected throughout the day.
Dry, sunny weather continues into midweek
Missouri will experience dry and sunny conditions through Tuesday. Rain chances increase starting Wednesday as humidity rises.
Missouri Weekend Weather: Saturday Cool and Windy, Sunday Warm and Sunny
Forecasters predict cool temperatures and windy conditions with scattered showers across Missouri on Saturday. Sunday will bring warmer weather and abundant sunshine.
Columbia forecasts scattered showers Friday, high temperatures next week
Columbia expects scattered rainfall on Friday, with cooler temperatures reaching the low 70s. The forecast indicates hotter and more humid conditions will return next week.
Showers clear Tuesday morning, heat returns statewide
Forecasters expect scattered morning showers to dissipate across Missouri. The afternoon will see rising temperatures and sunshine, with cooler conditions anticipated later in the week.
Missouri Prepares for Elevated Weekend Temperatures
Statewide temperatures are projected to reach into the 90s this weekend. Residents should anticipate warmer conditions across Missouri.
Columbia anticipates clear skies after morning rain
Forecasters predict morning showers will dissipate in Columbia, leading to increased sunshine today. The rest of the week should bring drier and sunnier weather conditions.
Heat advisory issued for Columbia, heat index values to exceed 100 degrees
Forecasters predict high temperatures and humidity will result in heat index values above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents should take precautions against heat-related illnesses throughout the day.
Missouri Prepares for Hot, Humid Week
Forecasters predict high temperatures and significant humidity across Missouri throughout the upcoming week. Rain is not expected to offer relief from the heat for several days.
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