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Warmer Pattern Ahead for Hillsboro After a 72°/42° Day
May 3, 2026
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Hillsboro, Missouri — Partly cloudy expected today with a high of 72°F and a low of 42°F.
Today's Forecast — Sunday, May 3
- Conditions: Partly cloudy
- High / Low: 72°F / 42°F
- Wind: SSW 16 mph, gusts to 29 mph
- Precipitation: 10% chance
- UV Index: 7.35 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:02 / 19:55
- Daylight: 13.9 hours
What Matters Most Today
- Feels-like swing: up to 65°F.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.35; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Feels Like: 36°F to 65°F (wind chill / heat index)
- Humidity: 49%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 51°F, winds 11 mph, 65% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 68°F, winds 14 mph, 38% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 65°F, winds 11 mph, 45% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 49 (peak 60) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 16.9 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Overcast with a high of 80°F and a low of 55°F. 43% chance of precipitation.
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.