Rain and Thunderstorms Keep Umbrellas Close Across the Riverbend

Wednesday morning starts cloudy across the Riverbend at 69 degrees, with a feels like temperature of 68. At 6:47 a.m., no rain was falling, but periods of rain and a thunderstorm are forecast through the morning. Keep an umbrella within reach before heading to work or school; the daytime rain chance is 96%.

By afternoon, rainfall should become more scattered, with a shower possible in spots as the high reaches 78. It could feel like 80. North-northwest winds will run near 6 mph, with gusts around 9 mph. Outdoor errands may take a little timing, so leave yourself room to adjust rather than counting on a completely dry break.

Evening brings another round of showers and a thunderstorm, with the nighttime rain chance at 88%. Sunset is at 6:24 p.m., a useful checkpoint if you are trying to finish anything outside before dark. Indoor backup plans get the nod for evening activities.

Overnight, the low settles at 65, with a feels like temperature near 62. Winds turn east-northeast near 6 mph. Forecast rainfall totals about a quarter-inch during the day and another third of an inch at night.

For allergy sufferers, ragweed is the main concern, with an index of 30, rated moderate. Grass, tree pollen and mold are rated low.

Thursday brings a high of 80 and a low of 51. Storms could produce flooding downpours and localized damaging wind gusts before cooler, windier weather arrives at night.

Get the latest updates on weather conditions here: RiverBender.com/weather.

More like this:

Warm Weather and Sunshine Ahead for Riverbend This Weekend

5 days ago

Sunny Monday in the Riverbend, With a High of 92

2 days ago

Heat Builds to 91 Before Storms Return Thursday

Sep 30, 2026

Sunny Wednesday in Alton to Reach 88 Degrees

Oct 7, 2026

Clear Skies and a Warm Afternoon Ahead in the Riverbend

6 days ago