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Missouri Weather Alert: Frost, Fog and 71° Warmth Nov. 8-13
Springfield, MO – Residents across southwestern Missouri are waking up to chilly air, patchy fog and frost, but the bigger weather change arrives later this week.
By Blake Harrison · 2026-11-08T10:33:07.520Z
Springfield, MO – Residents across southwestern Missouri are waking up to chilly air, patchy fog and frost, but the bigger weather change arrives later this week.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, a Frost Advisory remains in effect until 8 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, across portions of central, southern and western Missouri and southeastern Kansas.
Temperatures as low as 33 degrees could damage sensitive outdoor vegetation.
At Springfield Branson National Airport, temperatures stood at 35 degrees early Sunday, with fog reducing visibility to approximately 6 miles.
The weather service also identified patchy fog as a concern, particularly east of Highway 65.
Temperatures Could Climb to 71 Degrees The morning chill will not last.
Sunshine should push Springfield temperatures toward 65 degrees Sunday afternoon.
Monday, Nov. 9, brings another warmup, with temperatures reaching approximately 69 degrees after patchy morning fog clears.
By Tuesday, Nov. 10, Springfield could reach 71 degrees under sunny skies.
That creates an opportunity for residents across Greene County, including Springfield, Republic and surrounding communities, to finish outdoor projects.
Leaf cleanup, yard maintenance and other seasonal activities should benefit from several dry afternoons.
However, drivers should remain alert for localized visibility reductions during foggy morning periods.
Veterans Day Stays Mild Before Colder Air Arrives Wednesday, Nov. 11, brings mostly sunny conditions and temperatures near 69 degrees.
That should provide comfortable weather for Veterans Day ceremonies, outdoor gatherings and travel.
However, temperatures will fall toward 40 degrees Wednesday night.
The bigger change arrives Thursday.
Springfield's afternoon high drops to approximately 57 degrees, about 14 degrees below Tuesday's expected high.
Then temperatures fall sharply.
Thursday night could reach 32 degrees, marking a return to freezing temperatures after several unusually mild afternoons.
That represents a 39 degree difference between Tuesday afternoon and Thursday night.
Another Freeze Threat Before the Weekend? The late week temperature drop could create renewed concerns for gardens, outdoor plants and exposed water connections.
Friday morning may begin near freezing, although the supplied outlook does not include a new freeze warning for that period.
Residents should monitor updated advisories as Thursday approaches.
The National Weather Service currently expects dry weather through Saturday, with no snow, ice or thunderstorms indicated in Springfield's local outlook.
That means the primary late week concern is colder air rather than hazardous winter precipitation.
Springfield Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Patchy fog before 8 a.m., then sunny. High 69°F, low 43°F. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Sunny and warm. High 71°F, low 52°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Mostly sunny for Veterans Day. High 69°F, low 40°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Sunny and cooler. High 57°F, low 32°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Sunny with a freezing start. High 54°F, low 33°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Sunshine continues, with temperatures recovering to approximately 61 degrees.
Looking Ahead Toward Thanksgiving As November progresses, colder mornings become increasingly important for gardeners, commuters and homeowners.
Although snow chances are appearing elsewhere in the country, Springfield's available forecast does not indicate snowfall through Saturday.
Specific six to 10 day probabilities were not included in the supplied outlook, so a longer range snow or freeze threat cannot yet be established.
For now, residents can enjoy several warm afternoons while preparing for Thursday night's return to freezing temperatures.
How cold did it get in your Missouri neighborhood this morning? Are you ready for another freezing night later this week? Share your local conditions in the comments.