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Tomorrow’s UV index and pollen tracker

July 25, 2022 9:00 PM Jessica Hafner

The UV index will be a bit higher on Tuesday with heavy rain exiting early. Pollen levels will be a bit higher on Wednesday and Friday with less rain during the day.

Tracking rain chances through the week

July 25, 2022 4:11 AM John Ross

TODAY: After a brief stint of rainfall on Sunday, a better chance for rain comes area wide with scattered showers and storms throughout the day. A stationary boundary has storms ongoing near the lake and I-44 this morning. Rain chances will lift to the north through the morning. By this afternoon, a better chance for

Tracking extreme heat this weekend, rainy relief by next week

July 22, 2022 3:22 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Mostly clear and warm with lows in the mid-70s. TOMORROW: Hot and humid with highs near or just above 100. Heat index between 103-109. EXTENDED: The Weather Alert Day has been extended through Sunday with highs near 100 and a heat index from 103-106. Thankfully, we’re tracking a pattern change into next week as

Insider Blog: Heavy rain expected overnight, another round by mid-week

July 24, 2022 6:29 PM Jessica Hafner

After an extremely warm week across Mid-Missouri and much of the country, we’re finally seeing a big pattern change this week with cooler temperatures and daily chances of much needed rain. Rain could be heavy at times tonight into Tuesday, and a Flood Watch is in effect until Tuesday morning at 9:00 for areas along

Tracking showers and storms developing overnight, becoming widespread Monday

July 24, 2022 4:45 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Showers and storms developing overnight, increasing in coverage by daybreak. Lows in the upper 60s to around 70. TOMORROW: Showers and storms likely. Highs in the upper 70s to around 80. EXTENDED: We’re tracking a slow-moving front that has triggered a few spotty showers and storms, t widespread development isn’t expected until late tonight

Weather Alert Day: Dangerous heat and humidity expected through Sunday

July 21, 2022 2:46 PM Jessica Hafner

The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Team has issued a Weather Alert Day through Sunday as dangerous heat continues to impact much of the country, including Mid-Missouri. Heat index values could reach 105-110 degrees, making it tough to complete any work or exercise outdoors. A Heat Advisory is in effect for the entire area through 7:00

Tracking a hot afternoon before the return of storms

July 24, 2022 3:39 AM Nate Splater

TODAY: Building clouds, summery with highs in the upper 90s. Heat index from 102-106. Scattered storms are possible throughout the late afternoon. TOMORROW: Widespread showers and storms during the morning becoming more isolated late in the day. Highs plummet to below average in the low 80s. EXTENDED: A few afternoon storms could produce high winds

Tracking one more day of heat before storms return Sunday afternoon

July 23, 2022 4:08 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Mostly clear and hot with lows falling into the upper 70s to around 80. TOMORROW: Increasing clouds, hot and humid with highs in the upper 90s. Heat index between 103-106. Storms develop by late afternoon and could bring heavy rain and strong winds through sunset. EXTENDED: We’ll stay quite warm this evening with lows

Tomorrow’s UV index and pollen tracker

July 23, 2022 9:00 PM Jessica Hafner

Sunday’s UV index will be slightly lower with clouds moving in early in the day. Pollen levels drop off a lot next week with rain in the forecast almost each day.

Tracking a brutally hot weekend with relief on the horizon

July 23, 2022 3:17 AM Nate Splater

TODAY: Dangerously hot and humid with highs above 100 degrees. Heat index from 103-110. TOMORROW: Another muggy start with highs close to triple digits and a heat index from 103-106. EXTENDED: Weather Alert Days are in effect all weekend so stay prepared for the sizzling conditions! Thankfully, we’re tracking a pattern change into next week

Tips for helping your home stay cooler for less

July 22, 2022 4:08 PM Chance Gotsch

With dangerous heat making another return to much of the Midwest, the cost of keeping cool has skyrocketed. Forecasted highs are expected into the triple digits with the heat index in some areas reaching possibly 108 degrees for Saturday. Currently winds in the lower jet stream are surging out of the southwest. This means winds

Tomorrow’s UV index and pollen tracker

July 22, 2022 4:04 PM Jessica Hafner

The UV index continues to be high on Saturday with a sunburn time of 20 minutes. Pollen levels drop a bit on Monday with rain and storms in the area.

Tracking dangerous heat

July 22, 2022 1:23 PM Chance Gotsch

Today: Temperatures will continue to surge into the triple digits with the heat index reaching 105 degrees across many areas. Winds remain out of the south at 5-10 mph. Skies remain mostly sunny with chances of isolated afternoon showers/ storms near the highway 44 region. Storms will remain short lived and very spotty. Tonight: Skies

Tracking dangerous heat and much needed rain

July 22, 2022 3:57 AM John Ross

TODAY: After hitting 100 degrees for the first time in almost four years on Thursday, we’ll likely do it again on Friday. With a southwest breeze this afternoon around 10 mph, and plenty of sunshine, temperatures will likely climb a degree or two above 100 after starting in the low 70s this morning. Some high

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Does the drought emergency worry you?

July 22, 2022 2:27 AM ABC 17 News Team

Gov. Mike Parson signed an executive order to put emergency drought response into action. Parson said farmers and ranchers are the most impacted, but every Missourian may see the impact. “I think as far as for the individuals thinking about running out of water, I don’t think we’re at that stage to be able to

Tomorrow’s UV index and pollen tracker

July 21, 2022 9:00 PM Jessica Hafner

Friday’s UV index will be at a 10, with sunburn times around 20 minutes. Pollen levels continue to hold at medium through the weekend.

Tracking triple digit temperatures, increasing humidity Friday

July 21, 2022 4:04 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Mostly clear, lows in the low 70s. TOMORROW: Hot and more humid with highs in the upper 90s to around 100. Heat index up to 105. A few spot storms possible across southern Missouri. EXTENDED: A wind shift to the southwest will increase our dew points into the mid-upper 60s tomorrow, making it feel

Tracking pattern change to quell this heat wave

July 21, 2022 4:20 AM John Ross

TODAY: Much like yesterday, and the day before, Thursday is shaping up to be another hot and sunny day. One small differentiator, is that Columbia may record it’s first 100 degree day this year. Officially, 99 is the forecast for Thursday. Fortunately, this will come with dewpoints in the 50s, meaning we avoid feeling much

Tracking low humidity Thursday, hotter end to the week

July 20, 2022 12:40 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Mostly clear and a bit cooler with lows near 70. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny with highs in the upper 90s. EXTENDED: A weak cold front has moved across the area today bringing in drier air with lower dew points and keeping humidity low through Thursday. Temperatures begin to warm back into the upper 90s to

Tomorrow’s UV index and pollen tracker

July 20, 2022 9:00 PM Jessica Hafner

The UV index for Thursday continues to be high with a sunburn time of 20 minutes. Pollen levels continue to rise to a medium level with dry conditions holding on.