How much snow does St. Louis this week? Changing storm can fall a lot

On February 12, 2025By Littum

St. Louis-a two-phase winter weather system is set to influence Missouri this week. St. Louis is in the transition zone and it can have a significant impact on Wednesday’s snowfall forecast.

Winter Storm Wave #1

The first wave brings light snow to long southern counties late tonight and Tuesday with minimal influence on Metropolitan St. Louis area. Accumulations range from a dust to 2 inches south of a line that extends from Cuba to Festus and over to Salem, Illinois.

Winter Storm Wave #2

The second system, expected noon Wednesday to Wednesday night, promises more significant disruptions. This storm will deliver a mixture of snow, gossip and freezing rain throughout the region with potential challenges for travel.

St. Louis Radar: See a map of the current weather here

Defeating patterns vary by location. Areas north of Interstate 44 in Missouri and northwest of Interstate 70 in Illinois are likely to experience snow. Metro St. The Louis region can predict a snow and gossip mixture with some freezing rain possible. Southern areas can primarily see freezing rain or cold rain.

Preliminary snowfall projections:

Northern Regions: 5-7 inches
Metro St. Louis: 1-3 inches of snow and sleet

Meteorologist Chris Higgins warns that the trace of the storm remains uncertain. Smaller shifts could change precipitation and volumes significantly. School administrators face some tough decisions about closures and virtual learning.

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