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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Have you been a victim of storm damage?

July 12, 2023 2:38 AM ABC 17 News Team

Experts say damage from strong storms is happening more frequently, and that’s helping drive up homeowners’ insurance premiums.

Tracking warming temperatures ahead of strong storms midweek

July 11, 2023 12:59 PM Nate Splater

This Afternoon: Highs reach the upper 90s with the heat index brushing 100 degrees. The UV Index reaches extreme levels with sunburn possible under 15 minutes. Tonight: Lows fall to the lower 70s as skies remain partly cloudy. Storms will move in from the west near sunrise. Extended: A Weather Alert Day has been issued

Tracking a hot Tuesday before storms Wednesday

July 11, 2023 4:04 AM Chance Gotsch

Today: Afternoon highs climb into the upper 90s as the heat index reaches up towards 100 degrees. Skies remain partly cloudy with winds out of the southwest at 8-12 mph. Tonight: Overnight lows cool to the lower 70s with partly cloudy skies and winds out of the southwest at 10-15 mph. Extended: A Weather Alert

Tuesday’s UV index and pollen tracker

July 10, 2023 8:40 PM John Ross

The UV index will be high, despite partly cloudy skies. Pollen levels will remain low for all allergens, with grass, plantain, and nettle the primary allergens. Pollen count remains low to moderate to start the week.

Tracking thunderstorms by midweek

July 10, 2023 3:57 PM John Ross

TONIGHT: Skies tonight will remain mostly clear, with temperatures falling into the upper 60s by sunrise. TOMORROW: Some high clouds are likely to filter in by sunrise, as decaying storms to our north approach. Rain is not expected to reach the border, of mid-Missouri, but clouds may stream in overhead. Otherwise, Tuesday will be partly

Active pattern bringing above-average rain could improve drought this month

July 10, 2023 4:39 PM Nate Splater

Much of the early summer in Mid-Missouri has been hot and dry, keeping moisture levels low and leading to sparse rainfall for several months. Extreme drought conditions have proliferated in Central Missouri as we fall behind by several inches of rain, but a pattern change is already underway as we begin July. High pressure dominated

Tracking dry conditions today ahead of storms by midweek

July 10, 2023 1:02 PM Nate Splater

This Afternooon: Highs warm into the lower 90s with mostly sunny skies and winds out of the southwest at 5-10 mph. Tonight: Cooling to the upper 60s with partly cloudy skies. Winds remain out of the southwest at 4-8 mph. Extended: Conditions are looking mostly dry Tuesday, with the possibility of isolated showers or storms

Tracking a sunny start to the week with mid-week storms

July 10, 2023 3:43 AM Chance Gotsch

Today: Afternoon highs warm into the lower 90s with mostly sunny skies and winds out of the southwest at 5-10 mph. Tonight: Overnight lows cool tot he upper 60s with partly cloudy skies. Winds remain out of the southwest at 4-8 mph. Extended: Tuesday evening sees the possibility of a isolated shower or storm in

Tracking the last dry conditions before a stormy end to the week

July 9, 2023 3:35 PM Sawyer Jackson

TONIGHT: I’m tracking partly cloudy skies clearing into the nighttime hours, and temperatures cooling off into the low 60s. Winds will be shifting into the SW at 4-8 mph. TOMORROW: I’m tracking mostly sunny skies and temperatures warming up into the low 90s. Winds will be from the SW at 5-8 mph. EXTENDED: I’m tracking

Monday UV Index and pollen tracker

July 9, 2023 9:00 PM Sawyer Jackson

I’m tracking mostly sunny skies tomorrow, which is why Columbia, MO will be seeing a UV Index of 10. At this level, it only takes about 10-15 minutes before burns can occur, so if you will be outside for a prolonged amount of time, make sure to wear sunscreen of SPF 50 or higher. Pollen

Tracking a dry start to the week bringing warmer temperatures

July 9, 2023 3:46 AM Nate Splater

TODAY: Cool in the morning with lows in the lower 60s. Sunshine today will warm temperatures back to the mid-80s. TOMORROW: Monday sees similar conditions, starting in the lower 60s and warming further to the 90s by the afternoon. This will be the last fully dry day of the week so be sure to head

Sunday’s UV index and pollen tracker

July 8, 2023 9:36 PM John Ross

The UV index will be high, despite partly cloudy skies. Pollen levels will climb into the low to medium category for all allergens, with grass, plantain, and nettle the primary allergens. Pollen count remains low to moderate to start the week.

Tracking a mild weekend ahead of a warm-up

July 8, 2023 3:35 PM John Ross

TONIGHT: Skies tonight will clear this evening, enough for a viewable sunset for most, before more clouds return after midnight. Temperatures fall into the low 60s by sunrise, with some valleys possibly recording 50s. TOMORROW: Skies are partly cloudy to start Sunday, allowing for enough sunshine to warm us into the mid-80s. Skies should be

Tracking morning showers clearing and lots of dry time this weekend

July 8, 2023 3:49 AM Nate Splater

TODAY: Showers will slowly push southeast this morning, with cooler and drier air filtering in through the day. This will keep highs in the upper 70s, and dewpoints falling to the 50s. TOMORROW: Sunday is looking good to head out, though the Lake area could see a few morning showers. The day is still overwhelmingly

Saturday’s UV index and pollen tracker

July 7, 2023 10:05 PM John Ross

The UV index will be at a low to moderate level thanks to cloudy skies from rain chances. Pollen levels will climb into the low to medium category for all allergens, with grass, plantain, and nettle the primary allergens. Pollen count should improve Saturday.

Tracking showers and storms into Saturday morning

July 7, 2023 3:44 PM John Ross

TONIGHT: We’ve been tracking a wave from the west that brought dying activity to our northwest counties early this afternoon. Now, as I write this around 3 p.m., we are watching it generate new development across the region. Expect chances for showers and storms this evening. An isolated strong storm with small hail and gusty

Insider Blog: Global temperature records broken as the year trends above-average

July 7, 2023 5:00 PM Nate Splater

Multiple days this past week saw record-breaking heat, as the global average temperature reached a new peak on Monday, then again on Tuesday, with that record also tied again on Wednesday. This record is based on global averages, and while not all regions may be above-average, conditions locally have also been trending warmer. For the

Tracking scattered storms this afternoon through early Saturday

July 7, 2023 1:03 PM Nate Splater

This Afternoon: Highs again make the mid-80s through cloud cover. Isolated to scattered storms fire up by midafternoon, bringing a low risk for high winds and hail. Tonight: Showers and storms continue areawide throughout the overnight hours, with less chance of stronger storms due to cooler temperatures. Lows fall to the mid-60s. Extended: Saturday morning

Tracking afternoon showers and storms lasting into weekend

July 7, 2023 3:44 AM Chance Gotsch

Today: Afternoon highs warm into the mid-80s as winds remain out of the southwest. After 1 PM, showers and storms move into the region remaining scattered. Tonight: Overnight lows cool to the mid to upper 60s as scattered showers and storms remain throughout the area. Winds remain out of the southwest. Extended: Saturday sees more

Friday UV Index and pollen tracker

July 7, 2023 3:39 AM Chance Gotsch

Skies look to remain partly cloudy Friday afternoon allowing for a UV Index of 7. Scattered showers and storms remain possible. Sunburn time can occur in as quickly as 30 minutes without SPF protection of 30 or higher. Pollen levels remain at lower levels the rest of the week thanks to scattered showers and storms