Todays weather in St. Louis MO - Wednesday - 20 May 2026

(00:00:00) Todays weather in St. Louis MO - Wednesday - 20 May 2026 (00:00:35) River Stage Timeline Thursday Saturday (00:01:16) Commute and Road Safety Impact (00:01:46) What to Wear This Week (00:02:01) Forecast Uncertainty and Weekend Outlook (00:02:18) Sign-Off St. Louis Flood Week St. Louis is under an active Flood Warning issued by the National Weather Service, running through Saturday. The river stood at 8.7 feet Tuesday morning, but it is rising fast. By Thursday morning it is expected to cross the 17-foot flood stage threshold. By early Saturday, the forecast peak hits 18.5 feet — and that number could climb if rainfall totals exceed current predictions.This episode breaks down the day-by-day river stage timeline so you know exactly when conditions shift. Thursday is when low-lying roads near the river begin to close or become impassable. Friday the water keeps climbing. Saturday morning is the critical peak. Recovery back below flood stage is expected by early Monday, but that timeline extends if heavier rain arrives.For your commute, the window to take seriously is Thursday through Saturday. Plan alternate routes now. Waterproof boots and a rain jacket are not optional Thursday or Friday. Build extra time into your morning — delays are likely and patience is the move.The National Weather Service guidance is clear: turn around, don't drown. Moving water is far stronger than it looks, and flooded roads are not crossable roads. Monitor updated forecasts through Friday as the river stage picture sharpens.This is your daily St. Louis weather briefing — practical, specific, and under three minutes. Stay safe out there.This episode includes AI-generated content.