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Wet Day Ahead for Hillsboro: Rain Chances Near 98%

April 4, 2026 weather, forecast
Wet Day Ahead for Hillsboro: Rain Chances Near 98%

Hillsboro, Missouri — Moderate rain expected today with a high of 73°F and a low of 43°F.

Today's Forecast — Saturday, April 4

  • Conditions: Moderate rain
  • High / Low: 73°F / 43°F
  • Wind: W 16 mph, gusts to 42 mph
  • Precipitation: 98% chance, 0.42 inches expected over 8 hours
  • UV Index: 4.45 — Moderate
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 06:42 / 19:28
  • Daylight: 12.8 hours (0.2 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Rain focus: 98% chance, peaking around 6AM.
  • Expected rainfall: about 0.42 inches.
  • Wind impact: gusts up to 42 mph.
  • Best outdoor window: Evening (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 85%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Moderate rain, 59°F, 98% chance of precipitation, winds 13 mph, 91% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 50°F, 24% chance of precipitation, winds 14 mph, 82% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 45°F, winds 12 mph, 76% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 32 (peak 39) — Good
  • PM2.5: 7.3 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Mainly clear with a high of 54°F and a low of 38°F.

Forecast data provided by Open-Meteo. Air quality data from Open-Meteo Air Quality API. For severe weather alerts, visit your local National Weather Service office.