St. Louis residents can expect a variety of weather conditions this week, from patchy fog to thunderstorms, according to forecasts from the National Weather Service in St. Louis. Early risers today might have noticed some fog before 8 am, but the skies cleared to partly sunny with highs anticipated near 86 degrees. A gentle northeast wind at just 3 to 6 mph was all that stirred, according to the NWS forecast .

Tonight, the skies will turn mostly cloudy with a forecasted low around 70 degrees, and light eastern winds are expected. Moving into Monday, chances of rainfall will increase, with the National Weather Service predicting a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after the afternoon, which could create a soggier scenario for those planning outdoor activities.

Looking further into the week, Tuesday's prospects brighten up with mostly sunny skies and a high reaching a sweltering 93 degrees, though with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 1 p.m. By Tuesday night, the likelihood of rain and thunder increases to 40 percent, especially after 1 a.m.

The mid-week forecast continues the trend of unsettled weather, with Wednesday showcasing a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, primarily after lunchtime. Highs will hover near 88 degrees, while the night offers a brief respite as chances for storms drop to 40 percent before the next morning. Come Juneteenth, things look up with a mostly sunny outlook and highs once again flirting with the high 80s.

For more detailed forecasts and updates, St. Louis locals can visit the National Weather Service website . The NWS has also issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the region, alerting to the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms Tuesday night through Wednesday.

In their statement, the NWS' Hazardous Weather Outlook cautions that "there is a chance of thunderstorms tonight across southeastern Missouri," and spotter activation isn't predicted at this time. But with Missouri's weather being as predictable as a chameleon's colors, residents will do well to keep an eye out and stay informed.