Weekend Weather Watch: Rain on the Way

Mid-Missouri is in for a treat with mild and dry weather lasting until Friday. The highs will hover around the low 60s, which is quite a jump from the usual temperatures. This warm-up is thanks to a high-pressure system moving east. But don't get too comfortable. A low-pressure system is lurking along the Arkansas-Missouri border. It's set to bring widespread rain starting early Saturday and lasting through the night. Expect around 0. 5 to 1. 5 inches of rain, with the southern parts of Missouri getting the brunt of it. The heaviest downpour is likely between Saturday afternoon and late Saturday night.Flooding isn't expected, but roads might get a bit messy with water pooling. By Monday, the rain will clear out, and a high-pressure ridge will move in from the west. Temperatures will climb to near 70 degrees by Tuesday and Wednesday, with south winds picking up. But with warmth comes risk. Wednesday might see elevated fire danger due to strong winds, warm temperatures, and low humidity. Another cold front is expected between Wednesday and Thursday, bringing a few showers or storms and cooling things down to the upper 50s to near 60 by Thursday. So, enjoy the mild weather while it lasts, but be prepared for a wet weekend.