Rainy forecast for Mountain Grove? Jump on it!

(MOUNTAIN GROVE, MO) Rain is set to put a damper on outdoor activities in Mountain Grove Friday, but it doesn’t have to stop you from getting things done. In fact, a grey, drippy day can be the perfect time for some activities — check out these ideas as well as your four-day forecast.

Make a sun bucket-list: Whether it’s researching nearby hikes, scouring forums for information about great swimming holes, or making a list of places to try a hobby like stand-up paddle-boarding, setting aside a rainy day for planning can help you make the most of the next sunbreak.

Bookkeeping: A rainy day can be a perfect opportunity for getting household tasks out of the way - including tracking your finances. In just an hour or two you could knock out a money to-do like tracking your monthly spending so far or making sure you have the best plan for retirement savings or student loan repayment.

Catch a movie: There’s nothing wrong with using a wet day for a break, either. Whether it’s a visit to a theater or just a session on the couch catching up on your favorite streaming shows, a rest day is a great idea, too.

Along with rain Friday, here’s the rest of the four-day forecast for Mountain Grove:

• Friday, October 15

  Showers and thunderstorms during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 66 °F, low 40 °F
  • Windy: 30 mph

• Saturday, October 16

  Sunny during the day; while clear overnight

  • High 61 °F, low 40 °F
  • Breezy: 3 to 7 mph

• Sunday, October 17

  Sunny during the day; while clear overnight

  • High 69 °F, low 44 °F
  • Light wind

• Monday, October 18

  Sunny during the day; while partly cloudy overnight

  • High 70 °F, low 47 °F
  • Light wind

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.