Kansas City wakes up to clear skies Thursday, but the calm will not last all weekend. Temperatures climb to around 91 degrees today and 91 Friday, with heat-index readings near 100 before showers and thunderstorms become the main story Saturday night through Monday.
The metro should stay dry and sunny Thursday, with light winds and a warm evening low near 73. A Dense Fog Advisory is posted for parts of far northwestern Missouri, but the National Weather Service says the thickest fog is unlikely to extend much beyond the U.S. 36 corridor.
Friday Brings More Heat Before The Pattern Shifts
Friday looks just as hot, with sunshine and a high near 91. Outdoor plans could still feel sticky during the afternoon.
Saturday may see showers and thunderstorms as early as the morning, with a greater potential for repeated rain through the weekend. The rain risk rises Saturday night, with showers and thunderstorms possible.
Sunday And Monday Turn Stormy And Cooler
Sunday is expected to bring showers and thunderstorms, with substantial rainfall possible through Monday. The high should reach only about 87 degrees, a notable change from the heat building through Friday and a wetter turn than the forecast covered in Hoodline's Wednesday update.
Storm chances continue Sunday night and into Monday, when rain may continue into early Monday and temperatures remain in the 70s and 80s. Forecasters note that repeated downpours could produce locally heavy rain, so residents with outdoor plans should keep a backup option handy and avoid flooded roadways.
Seasonable Weather Returns Next Week
Behind the storm system, cooler, more seasonable weather is expected next week, though the forecast does not specify Tuesday. A few additional showers or thunderstorms remain possible Wednesday, but the forecast trend is much cooler and more seasonable than the late-week heat.
