St. Louis weather today is shaping up to be sunny and warm, with highs near 81°F and gusty southwest winds that’ll keep things breezy throughout the afternoon.
It’s a beautiful spring day taking shape across the metro, folks. After a chilly start this morning in the upper 40s to low 50s, we’re climbing into the low 80s by mid-afternoon—a solid 5 to 15 degrees above normal for late April. Our friends at the National Weather Service are confident in this warming trend, so if you’ve been waiting for a day to get outside, today’s your day.
Here’s the catch: winds are going to pick up noticeably as the day progresses. Southwest winds will gust to 30 to 35 mph this afternoon, especially north of the I-44 corridor. That means if you’re planning to visit Forest Park or catch some sun at the Arch grounds, bring a light jacket you can tie around your waist. It won’t be dangerous, but it’ll definitely be a nuisance for anything lightweight or loose. Secure patio furniture, hold onto your hat, and maybe skip the kite flying for now.
What to do today:
If you’re thinking about tackling yard work, today’s ideal—the winds will actually help dry things out after recent moisture. However, if you’re planning to mow the lawn, do it in the morning before winds peak. Spring pollen counts are elevated, so if you’re sensitive, consider wearing a pollen count face mask while doing outdoor work. Those with allergies might also want to grab an allergy relief nasal spray to keep symptoms in check while you’re outside.
Golfing? Absolutely. The Gateway area courses will play firm and fast with these winds. Grilling? Perfect evening for it—winds will die down after sunset, and Tuesday night stays mostly clear with lows around 58°F.
Wednesday looks even nicer—sunny skies, calmer winds around 8 mph, and highs near 79°F. But here’s where I need to give you the heads-up: rain arrives Thursday night. The National Weather Service is calling for widespread rain (80–90% chance) Thursday night into Friday, with a reasonable shot at thunderstorms too. So enjoy these next two days while they last.
For tonight’s dinner, take advantage of the pleasant weather and fire up the grill. A simple steak or grilled chicken with seasonal vegetables hits the spot on a night like this. If you’d rather stay inside, pasta or stir-fry works just as well for any weather. Did you know you can order groceries on Amazon? Get everything you need for tonight’s dinner delivered straight to your door.
Looking ahead: After Friday’s rain clears, an active pattern continues into the weekend and early next week with additional chances for showers and thunderstorms. So make hay while the sun shines—the next two days are prime time.
Stay safe out there, and enjoy this beautiful spring weather while it lasts!
