Kansas City woke to clear skies and temperatures near 79 degrees Saturday morning, but the calm start is a preview of a punishing afternoon. Highs are expected to reach 100, with heat index values as high as 106. An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for the area, and the heat is expected to linger into Tuesday.
Saturday Heat Peaks Near 100
Saturday's forecast is mostly sunny, with a high near 100 and heat index values as high as 106. South winds will stay light at 1 to 5 mph, and the rain chance is just 1%. The National Weather Service says the warning continues through 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Tonight will be mostly clear, but it will not offer much relief, with a low around 76 and heat index values still reaching 104. Sunday brings another hot day, with a high near 97, a heat index up to 103 and a 20% chance of showers or thunderstorms after 2 p.m.
Labor Day Stays Hot Before Tuesday Surge
Labor Day will be mostly sunny with a high near 96 and little chance of rain. Tuesday then climbs back toward 99 degrees under sunny skies, keeping the most dangerous portion of the heat wave in place for the start of the workweek.
Cooling Breaks And Hydration Matter
Residents are urged to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air conditioning when possible, avoid prolonged sun exposure and check on relatives and neighbors. People who need a cooler place can review Kansas City Parks and Recreation's cooling-center list for locations and regular operating hours.
Storm Chances Rise Midweek
Wednesday remains hot, with a high near 96 and a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. The better chance for rain arrives Wednesday night into Thursday, when precipitation chances reach 60% and Thursday's high drops to around 90. Friday stays warm near 91 with another chance of showers and thunderstorms.
