Missouri – Cold air hangs low over the Ozarks this morning, frosting rooftops and stiffening fingers as Springfield wakes under a gray, quiet sky.
Temperatures sit near 25 degrees, with light winds keeping the chill locked in place. Side streets and sidewalks feel firm, and any leftover moisture remains frozen in shaded spots. It’s a slow start, but change is already lining up.
Skies brighten as the day wears on. Sunshine pushes highs into the low 50s, delivering a sharp contrast to the early chill. Southwest winds increase through midday, helping melt frost and damp patches. According to the National Weather Service, wind gusts may top 20 mph, especially in open areas. Any melting late in the day could refreeze quickly after sunset, keeping slick spots in play on bridges and untreated roads.
Friday turns noticeably warmer. Sunshine dominates, and temperatures surge near 60 degrees. A northwest breeze develops later, but conditions stay dry and comfortable for travel. It will feel more like early spring than early February across Greene County and nearby communities.
Friday night cools back into the mid-20s, resetting the freeze. Drivers heading out early should watch for refreezing where water pooled during the afternoon warmth.
Saturday stays pleasant but cooler. Highs hover near 53 degrees with plenty of sun. Morning frost gives way to a mild afternoon, though cold ground temperatures linger. Saturday night remains cool, with lows in the upper 30s.
Sunday brings the biggest shift. Highs climb into the mid-60s, accelerating snowmelt and softening fields and lawns across southern Missouri. Puddles spread, and runoff increases near storm drains. Cooler air returns after dark, but the deep cold does not.
Looking ahead, the warming trend continues. Monday reaches the mid-60s, and NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across the central U.S., hinting at a broader late-winter thaw.
Watch for flash freezing each evening, then enjoy the warmth. How big did the temperature swing feel in your neighborhood?
Five-Day Outlook for Springfield, MO
- Today: Mostly sunny, breezy, high near 53
- Friday: Sunny and warm, high near 60
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, mild, high near 53
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, springlike, high near 65
- Monday: Sunny and warm, high near 64
