PHOTO GALLERY: Columbia experiences a rainy autumn day

October 17, 2012 | 4:56 p.m. CDT

Wednesday brought rain and 60 degree temperatures to Columbia.

The MU Power Plant is seen from the corner of Fifth Street and newly re-opened Stewart Road as a storm clears at dusk on Wednesday.
| Stuart Palley

Weather forecasts called for light rain all day Wednesday with temperatures in the mid 60s in Columbia. After a few days of exceptionally warm fall weather, some dusted off their umbrellas for use. | Benjamin Hoste

The MU Power Plant is obscured by raindrops Wednesday from the 8th floor of the parking garage located at Fifth and Walnut streets. | Benjamin Hoste

MU freshman Wade Schoengarth hops over a puddle Wednesday at the intersection of Ninth and Elm streets. Schoengarth was on his way to Lakota Coffee Company to study for a math test. | Benjamin Hoste

Trees at Twin Lakes Park are reflected in the puddles left after Wednesday afternoon showers moved through Columbia. | Alli Inglebright