The latest Pacific storm, which gathered strength over the Four Corners region, is now spinning in western Kansas. Ahead of its central zone of low pressure, southerly winds are sweeping Gulf of Mexico moisture northward into the Heartland. This morning, rain is falling across all of Missouri and is expected to continue throughout the day.
Farther south, where the humidity and temperature are summer-like, thunderstorms are forecast to develop along the cold front. Indeed, the Gulf Coast States, from Texas to Florida are under a severe thunderstorm watch, including the possibility of large hail and tornados, through the weekend.
Today's chilly rain is more than welcome in Missouri where drought conditions persist despite the heavy snow two weeks ago. However much we receive will provide a temporary respite since warm, sunny weather is expected for most of the coming week.
