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Kansas City, MO Weather: Storms Oct. 30, Heavy Rain Chances Nov. 2
KANSAS CITY, MO – Residents across Kansas City and the surrounding metropolitan area should prepare for multiple rounds of unsettled weather as thunderstorms remain possible Friday, Oct. 30, before ra
By Audrey Sloan · 2026-10-30T09:15:20.195Z
KANSAS CITY, MO – Residents across Kansas City and the surrounding metropolitan area should prepare for multiple rounds of unsettled weather as thunderstorms remain possible Friday, Oct. 30, before rain chances climb to 90% Monday night, Nov. 2.
According to the National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill, Friday carries a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3 p.m., with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 76 degrees.
East winds of 5 to 7 mph will accompany the mostly cloudy conditions.
Thunderstorm Chances Continue Friday Night
Friday night will remain cloudy, with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms and temperatures falling to around 60 degrees.
Rainfall amounts are expected to remain below one tenth of an inch in the local forecast, although higher totals are possible during thunderstorms.
Saturday, Oct. 31, will bring cloudy skies and a high near 70 degrees.
A 20% chance of showers is forecast between noon and 1 p.m., followed by mostly cloudy conditions Saturday night.
Temperatures will fall to approximately 58 degrees overnight.
Rain Chances Increase Sunday Night, Nov. 1
Sunday will offer a temporary improvement, with partly sunny skies and afternoon temperatures near 72 degrees.
However, rain chances return after 1 a.m. Sunday night, reaching 50%.
Monday, Nov. 2, Brings the Highest Rain Chances
The most significant wet weather period arrives Monday, when showers are expected across the Kansas City forecast area.
The National Weather Service forecasts an 80% chance of precipitation Monday, with highs near 73 degrees.
Monday night brings a 90% chance of precipitation, with showers and possible thunderstorms before 1 a.m., followed by additional rain.
Showers remain likely Tuesday, Nov. 3, with a 60% precipitation probability and highs near 68 degrees.
By Wednesday, Nov. 4, rain chances decrease to 30%, with temperatures near 65 degrees.
Residents across Jackson, Clay and neighboring Kansas City metro counties should monitor updated forecasts and prepare for wet roads during Monday's expected rainfall.