Springfield, Missouri – Most of the Ozarks will stay warm and mainly dry today, although an isolated afternoon shower or thunderstorm cannot be ruled out. A more active weather pattern returns Sunday as scattered thunderstorms develop across central Missouri and the eastern Ozarks, bringing periods of heavy rain and lightning to parts of the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, today’s rain chances remain limited to 10% to 20%, with partly cloudy skies and afternoon temperatures reaching 88 to 92 degrees. Most communities will stay dry, making it a favorable day for outdoor plans, but anyone heading outside should remain alert for a brief pop-up storm.
Storm chances increase noticeably on Sunday, with rain probabilities rising to 30% to 50%, especially across central Missouri and the eastern Ozarks. Cities including Springfield, Rolla, Lebanon, West Plains, Salem, Fort Leonard Wood and Lake of the Ozarks have the best chance of seeing scattered showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening. High temperatures will range from 88 to 94 degrees.
While widespread severe weather is not expected, any thunderstorm could produce brief heavy rainfall, gusty winds, dangerous lightning and localized travel delays. Residents with outdoor plans should monitor the latest forecast and be prepared to move indoors if thunderstorms develop.
Five-Day Forecast for Springfield, Missouri
- Today: Partly cloudy with a slight chance (10%–20%) of an isolated shower or thunderstorm. High 88–92°.
- Sunday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, especially across central Missouri and the eastern Ozarks. High 88–94°. Chance of rain 30%–50%.
