MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. — The St. Louis area is bracing for two rounds of wintry weather this week, with the first wave expected late Monday night into Tuesday and a more significant storm anticipated on Wednesday.
How much snow will St. Louis get this week? Shifting storm may drop a lot
The initial round of snow will primarily affect areas south of St. Louis, along and south of I-44 in Missouri, and I-64 in Illinois. Light snow accumulations are expected, with up to an inch possible in the southernmost counties. A second, more impactful storm is forecast to arrive Wednesday morning, potentially bringing sleet and snow, particularly affecting travel and daily activities.
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The first wave of snow is expected to bring light slushy accumulations, with a dusting to possibly one inch of snow in counties such as Reynolds, Iron, and Madison. Additional snow may develop Tuesday afternoon, potentially affecting the southern edge of the metro St. Louis region.
The second wave on Wednesday is expected to be more substantial, with surface temperatures creating a mix of sleet and snow south of I-44 in Missouri and south of I-70 in Illinois. Metro St. Louis sits on the line between snow and sleet areas, with snowfall totals increasing to the north and west.
Winter storm timeline:
- Light snow late Monday night into Tuesday, mainly south of St. Louis.
- Up to 1 inch in Reynolds, Iron, and Madison counties.
- Possible additional snow Tuesday afternoon near metro.
- Stronger storm Wednesday morning with sleet and snow.
- Metro on the snow/sleet line; heavier snow north and west.
- Travel impacts likely Wednesday.
Residents should prepare for potential disruptions on Wednesday, as the weather is likely to impact travel and daily activities across the region…