Missouri – A crisp February morning settles over Kansas City with clear skies and temperatures near 40 degrees. The air feels cool but calm, and downtown streets remain dry for now.
Sunshine builds quickly today. Highs climb to 64 degrees by afternoon, well above normal for mid-February. It will feel more like early spring than winter. South winds stay light, making for smooth travel across the metro.
Clouds thicken tonight. Rain develops after midnight, first as scattered showers, then becoming more widespread toward daybreak. Lows dip to around 48 degrees.
Saturday turns wet in a hurry. Rain is likely after 9 a.m., with a 100 percent chance through the day. Periods of steady rain could reduce visibility along I-70, I-35, and Highway 71. Plan extra time if heading out. Keep headlights on and allow more braking distance.
Rain continues Saturday night with additional light amounts possible. By Sunday, skies brighten. Sunshine returns with highs near 61 degrees. Roads dry out quickly as mild air lingers.
Washington’s Birthday looks even warmer. Highs reach 65 degrees under partly sunny skies. Early next week trends unseasonably warm, with highs pushing near 69 degrees Tuesday and Wednesday.
Meteorologists note well above normal temperatures continuing into midweek. The 6- to 10-day outlook favors sustained warmth across Missouri and eastern Kansas. February is delivering a clear thaw, with no snow or icy mix in sight.
Five-Day Outlook for Kansas City, Missouri:
Saturday: Rain, high 52.
Sunday: Sunny, high 61.
Monday (Washington’s Birthday): Partly sunny, high 65.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high 69.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high 69.
