Northern Missouri on alert for winds gusting to 45 mph today

Residents in northern Missouri are on alert today as forecasts predict strong winds with speeds ranging from 35 to 45 mph, accompanied by the possibility of severe weather conditions. The National Weather Service has highlighted areas from Maryville to Kirksville, emphasizing the need for preparedness against non-storm-related wind gusts that could disrupt daily activities.

Throughout today, northern Missouri will experience persistent rainfall and scattered thunderstorms. The critical period for potential severe weather is slated between 1 PM and 6 PM, generally, south of Highway 36, where the risk of damaging winds and isolated hail events increases, although the probability of tornadoes remains marginal.

By tonight, the intensity of the showers is expected to diminish, yet gusty winds will likely continue, affecting the region with speeds between 35 and 40 mph. The weather outlook for Tuesday indicates a clearer, sunny day yet still breezy, setting a pattern for a week of variable temperatures and sustained winds.

Residents are urged to secure outdoor items, stay updated through various communication methods, and prepare for weather changes.

Today: Rain before 3 pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 3 pm. High near 64. Breezy, with an east wind of 10 to 15 mph becoming southeast 15 to 25 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. The chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.

Tonight: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 9 pm, then a chance of rain between 9 pm and midnight. Low around 48. Breezy, with a south-southeast wind of 15 to 20 mph becoming west-southwest after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 55. West wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.

Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 35. West northwest wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 47. Breezy, with a west-northwest wind of 10 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph.

Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 29.

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