Weather reports are calling for "dangerous heat" on both Saturday and Sunday, with the heat index predicted to reach 110 degrees in Union, 109 degree in St. Louis, 107 degrees in Columbia and 105 degrees in Carbondale.
It's going to be Hot --this weekend. Heat index readings will top 100 in many locations today, and reach around 110 on SAT & SUN! Please limit your time outside especially during the afternoon & drink plenty of water --! #mowx #ilwx #stlwx #midmowx --️ pic.twitter.com/UyQ4bQABNr
— NWS St. Louis (@NWSStLouis)
July 17, 2020 The heat will come after a round of scattered showers and thunderstorms to the southwest of the St. Louis area on Friday afternoon.
Thunderstorms will continue to develop over parts of central and SE MO this afternoon. The strongest storms will produce frequent lightning, locally heavy rainfall, and strong wind gusts. Move indoors if threatening weather approaches your location. #stlwx #mowx. pic.twitter.com/TDhHfwMyKP
— NWS St. Louis (@NWSStLouis)
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