Missouri – Warm wind sweeps across Kansas City this morning, pushing temperatures toward the mid-80s and drying out fields fast. That heat, combined with gusts near 30 mph, is creating elevated fire danger before storms move in later today.
According to the National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill, dry and breezy conditions will dominate through the afternoon before multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms begin developing later today. The heaviest activity is expected from Wednesday into Thursday, with rainfall totals between 2 and 4 inches possible.
Across Kansas City, Overland Park, and Independence, drivers on I-70 and I-35 may notice strong crosswinds during the day. Avoid outdoor burning, as fires could spread quickly in grassy areas. By late day, conditions begin to shift as moisture increases and clouds build.
Storms become more widespread into Wednesday, with a 100% chance of rain and thunderstorms. Periods of heavy rain could reduce visibility and lead to standing water on roads. The Wednesday morning through Thursday morning window brings the highest risk for repeated downpours and localized flooding.
Thursday keeps rain and storms in place before gradual improvement later in the day. By Friday, scattered storms linger, but breaks in sunshine return. Cooler air follows into the weekend, signaling a more typical early April pattern.
Looking ahead, above-normal warmth may return late next week, but this stretch of active spring weather will dominate first.
Five Day Forecast for Kansas City, Missouri
Wednesday: Showers and storms, high near 68°F
Thursday: Rain and storms, high near 67°F
Friday: Chance of storms, high near 78°F
Saturday: Chance of showers, high near 56°F
Sunday: Sunny and cooler, high near 58°F
