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Jefferson City, MO
Right Now
74°
Sunny
- Humidity: 81%
- Feels Like: 74°
- Heat Index: 74°
- Wind: 9 mph
- Wind Chill: 74°
- UV Index: 9 Very High
- Sunrise: 05:43:49 AM
- Sunset: 08:32:14 PM
- Dew Point: 67°
- Visibility: 10 mi
Today
Sunshine and clouds mixed. Hot. High 91F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Mainly clear skies. Low 73F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow
Partly cloudy. High 91F. Winds SSW at 10 to 20 mph.
Weather Alert
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Missouri... Moreau River near Jefferson City. River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Rainfall heavier than forecast could cause river levels to rise even higher than predicted. The National Weather Service will monitor this developing situation and issue follow up statements as conditions change. This product, along with additional weather and stream information, is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx && ...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THURSDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Major flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Moreau River near Jefferson City. * WHEN...Until Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...At 29.3 feet, Water level reaches the low steel of the Tanner Bridge. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:30 AM CDT Tuesday the stage was 29.4 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 1:30 AM CDT Tuesday was 29.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 30.8 feet this morning. It will then fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 30.6 feet on 02/22/1985. && All Times CDT Fld Observed Forecasts (7:00 am) Location Stg Stage Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Moreau River Jefferson Cit 17.0 29.4 9.2 4.7 3.3 2.9 MSG &&
Weather Alert
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Illinois and central, east central, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...From noon today to 10 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. &&
Weather Alert
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Missouri... Missouri River at Washington. Missouri River at Jefferson City. Moreau River near Jefferson City. Osage River near Mari-Osa Campground. Missouri River at Hermann. Missouri River near Chamois. Missouri River at St. Charles. River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Rainfall heavier than forecast could cause river levels to rise even higher than predicted. The National Weather Service will monitor this developing situation and issue follow up statements as conditions change. This product, along with additional weather and stream information, is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx && ...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THURSDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Osage River near Mari-Osa Campground. * WHEN...Until Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 22.0 feet, A storage shed across the river from the gage begins flooding near this height. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 12:00 PM CDT Monday the stage was 21.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 12:00 PM CDT Monday was 21.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 21.8 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage Wednesday morning. - Flood stage is 19.0 feet. && All Times CDT Fld Observed Forecasts (7:00 am) Location Stg Stage Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Osage River Mari-Osa Campgroun 19.0 21.0 19.0 17.0 15.9 14.4 MSG &&
Weather Alert
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Missouri... Missouri River at Washington. Missouri River at Jefferson City. Moreau River near Jefferson City. Osage River near Mari-Osa Campground. Missouri River at Hermann. Missouri River near Chamois. Missouri River at St. Charles. River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Rainfall heavier than forecast could cause river levels to rise even higher than predicted. The National Weather Service will monitor this developing situation and issue follow up statements as conditions change. This product, along with additional weather and stream information, is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx && ...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL WEDNESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Missouri River at Jefferson City. * WHEN...Until Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...At 24.5 feet, The Katy Trail Floods near Rocheport. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:45 PM CDT Monday the stage was 24.3 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:45 PM CDT Monday was 24.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight and continue falling to 15.0 feet Saturday evening. - Flood stage is 23.0 feet. && All Times CDT Fld Observed Forecasts (7:00 am) Location Stg Stage Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Missouri River Jefferson Cit 23.0 24.3 19.4 17.6 16.6 15.3 MSG &&
Next 12 Hours
Time
Temp
Wind
Precip
8 AM
74°
9 mph
8%
8 AM
74°
Wind: SW @ 9 mph
Precip: 8% Chance
Humidity: 80%
Wind Chill: 74°
Heat Index: 74°
UV Index: 1 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 68°
9 AM
78°
10 mph
9%
9 AM
78°
Wind: WSW @ 10 mph
Precip: 9% Chance
Humidity: 74%
Wind Chill: 78°
Heat Index: 78°
UV Index: 3 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 69°
10 AM
78°
10 mph
7%
10 AM
78°
Wind: WSW @ 10 mph
Precip: 7% Chance
Humidity: 77%
Wind Chill: 78°
Heat Index: 78°
UV Index: 5 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 70°
11 AM
80°
8 mph
5%
11 AM
80°
Wind: WSW @ 8 mph
Precip: 5% Chance
Humidity: 77%
Wind Chill: 80°
Heat Index: 85°
UV Index: 5 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 72°
12 PM
82°
8 mph
5%
12 PM
82°
Wind: SW @ 8 mph
Precip: 5% Chance
Humidity: 73%
Wind Chill: 82°
Heat Index: 87°
UV Index: 8 Very High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 72°
1 PM
84°
8 mph
5%
1 PM
84°
Wind: SSW @ 8 mph
Precip: 5% Chance
Humidity: 69%
Wind Chill: 84°
Heat Index: 91°
UV Index: 9 Very High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 73°
2 PM
86°
10 mph
3%
2 PM
86°
Wind: SSW @ 10 mph
Precip: 3% Chance
Humidity: 67%
Wind Chill: 86°
Heat Index: 94°
UV Index: 9 Very High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 74°
3 PM
88°
10 mph
6%
3 PM
88°
Wind: SSW @ 10 mph
Precip: 6% Chance
Humidity: 65%
Wind Chill: 88°
Heat Index: 97°
UV Index: 7 High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 74°
4 PM
89°
10 mph
2%
4 PM
89°
Wind: SSW @ 10 mph
Precip: 2% Chance
Humidity: 62%
Wind Chill: 89°
Heat Index: 99°
UV Index: 5 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 74°
5 PM
89°
11 mph
2%
5 PM
89°
Wind: SSW @ 11 mph
Precip: 2% Chance
Humidity: 61%
Wind Chill: 89°
Heat Index: 100°
UV Index: 3 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 74°
6 PM
88°
11 mph
3%
6 PM
88°
Wind: SSW @ 11 mph
Precip: 3% Chance
Humidity: 63%
Wind Chill: 88°
Heat Index: 98°
UV Index: 1 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 74°
7 PM
88°
8 mph
3%
7 PM
88°
Wind: SSW @ 8 mph
Precip: 3% Chance
Humidity: 65%
Wind Chill: 88°
Heat Index: 98°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 75°
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