Tracking increasing rain chances through the week
ABC17NEWS
Last updated: May 26, 2026
The weather forecast indicates an increase in cloud cover and cooler temperatures overnight. A period of showers is expected tomorrow, with heavier rain likely in southern areas.
- Tomorrow will be mostly cloudy with a chance of scattered showers, particularly towards the evening. Rainfall may be heavier south of I-70, while temperatures remain in the low 80s.
- The upcoming week in mid-Missouri will be wet, especially in southern counties. Showers are forecast for Tuesday, followed by a drier Wednesday, though a 30-40% chance of scattered rain persists.
- Thursday afternoon and evening are predicted to bring prolonged rainfall, primarily in southwestern Missouri, with potential for extension into central and northern regions.
- This precipitation is expected to continue through Thursday night and into Friday morning, resulting in a wet start to the day for most areas.
- Conditions are forecast to improve by Friday evening, leading to an extended period of dry weather and sunshine over the next weekend.
- Temperatures will generally stay around the low 80s, with a slight cooling trend anticipated for the weekend.