Missouri — The morning begins calm across the Ozarks as pale sunlight spreads over Springfield. The air feels cool but comfortable, with temperatures hovering near 51°F early today.
That quiet start quickly gives way to a surge of spring warmth.
Skies remain sunny through the day, and temperatures climb steadily into the upper 70s, reaching about 78°F by afternoon. A steady south breeze moves across fields and neighborhoods, signaling warmer air pushing into southern Missouri.
Roadways across Interstate 44, U.S. Route 65, and Highway 60 remain dry through the morning commute. Visibility is clear and travel conditions are favorable for now.
Meteorologists, however, are now tracking a developing weather system approaching the region.
Clouds begin increasing tomorrow as warm, humid air continues moving north into Missouri. Temperatures rise again toward 81°F, keeping the early March warm spell firmly in place.
By afternoon, scattered thunderstorms may begin developing across parts of southwest Missouri.
Storm chances increase significantly Tuesday night.
Showers and thunderstorms become more widespread across the Springfield area, with rain chances rising to 60–90 percent. Some storms could produce bursts of heavy rain and occasional lightning.
Rain continues into Wednesday, March 11, when widespread showers move across the Ozarks. Rainfall could become steady at times, with precipitation chances near 100 percent.
Drivers along I-44 and U.S. 65 should expect slick pavement and slower travel during peak commute hours.
Conditions begin improving Wednesday night as clouds gradually break apart.
Sunshine returns Thursday with cooler but pleasant weather, and highs near 60°F. The brief cooldown will remind residents that March still brings changing conditions.
Long-range outlooks suggest above-average temperatures may return later in March, hinting that more spring warmth is ahead.
For now, keep umbrellas ready and monitor changing skies across southwest Missouri.
What are conditions looking like around Springfield this morning? Are clouds starting to build where you live?
Five-Day Outlook for Springfield, Missouri
Today: Sunny and warm. High 78°F.
Tuesday: Partly sunny with chance of thunderstorms. High 81°F.
Wednesday: Showers likely throughout the day. High 65°F.
Thursday: Sunny and cooler. High 60°F.
Friday: Mostly sunny. High 69°F.
