Missouri wakes up to a crisp 38-degree morning in Springfield, where the wind still carries a late-Winter bite. North winds around 13 mph push wind chills near 30, and early commuters along US-60 and US-65 feel it stepping outside.
Skies stay clear early, and sunshine takes over quickly. Temperatures climb to 56 degrees this afternoon, offering a noticeable February rebound. It feels brighter, but the air still has a cool edge.
Tonight drops to around 36 with mostly clear skies. Thursday turns mostly cloudy, holding near 56 again. A steady southeast breeze develops, and clouds thicken through the day. No widespread rain yet, but the atmosphere starts shifting.
Friday brings the warmest air of the stretch. Highs reach near 61 degrees under partly sunny skies. That’s a true spring tease for mid-February. Valentine’s Weekend begins mild but unsettled. A 40 percent chance of showers develops late Friday night.
Saturday looks wetter. Showers are likely, especially by afternoon, with highs near 54. Roads could turn slick at times, so plan extra travel time. Showers taper to a chance Saturday night, with lows near 41.
Sunday rebounds with mostly sunny skies and highs near 59. Early next week turns even warmer. Washington’s Birthday could reach the mid-60s, and Tuesday approaches the upper 60s. The 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across much of the central U.S., signaling a sustained February thaw.
Five-Day Outlook for Springfield, Missouri:
Today: Sunny, high 56°F.
Tonight: Mostly clear, low 36°F.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high 56°F.
Friday: Partly sunny, high 61°F.
Saturday: Showers likely, high 54°F.
