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Missouri Weather Alert: Springfield 32° to 66° Nov 15–19
Springfield, MO – Residents across Greene County and the surrounding Springfield metropolitan area face another cold night before several days of steadily warming temperatures.
By Natalie Brooks · 2026-11-15T10:52:03.106Z
Springfield, MO – Residents across Greene County and the surrounding Springfield metropolitan area face another cold night before several days of steadily warming temperatures.
According to the National Weather Service Springfield office, temperatures should climb to approximately 54 degrees Sunday as skies become increasingly sunny.
Springfield Branson National Airport recorded 32 degrees early Sunday, with southeast winds around 7 mph.
Wind chills dropped to approximately 25 degrees, while the detailed forecast indicated values as low as 23 earlier.
Near Freezing Temperatures Return Sunday Night Despite Sunday's afternoon improvement, temperatures will fall sharply after sunset.
The National Weather Service expects lows near 31 degrees under mostly clear skies.
That puts Springfield below freezing again, potentially affecting sensitive vegetation and exposed outdoor plumbing.
Residents should consider covering vulnerable plants and checking outdoor water connections.
Drivers traveling Interstate 44, U.S. Highway 65 and other southwest Missouri roads should remain alert for isolated frost in colder locations.
However, the supplied forecast does not indicate precipitation or widespread icy road conditions.
Monday and Tuesday Bring Steady Improvement Monday features sunshine and temperatures near 56 degrees.
Early wind chills could fall to approximately 26 degrees before warmer afternoon conditions develop.
South winds should remain relatively light, generally between 3 and 6 mph.
Monday night brings another chilly period, with temperatures falling near 34 degrees.
Tuesday continues the warming trend, reaching approximately 59 degrees under sunny skies.
Tuesday night remains mostly clear, with temperatures near 39 degrees.
Wednesday Brings a Noticeable November Warmup By Wednesday, Springfield temperatures should climb to approximately 64 degrees.
That's 32 degrees warmer than Sunday's early airport observation.
Mostly sunny skies will make outdoor activities considerably more comfortable across Springfield, Republic, Nixa and nearby communities.
Wednesday night temperatures fall near 48 degrees, substantially milder than the start of the week.
Thursday continues the warming trend, with partly sunny skies and highs near 66 degrees.
Near 70 Degrees Before Weekend Rain Chances Friday could become the warmest day of the extended outlook, with temperatures approaching 70 degrees.
Saturday remains mild, with highs near 69 degrees and a chance of showers.
No snow, tornadoes or severe thunderstorms are indicated in Springfield's supplied local forecast.
For now, the developing weather story is the transition from near freezing November mornings to several unusually comfortable afternoons.
Five Day Springfield Weather Outlook: November 15–19 Sunday, Nov. 15 — High 54°F | Low 31°F: Partly sunny skies become sunny. Early wind chills reach the lower 20s. Southeast winds 5–9 mph. Mostly clear and near freezing tonight. Monday, Nov. 16 — High 56°F | Low 34°F: Sunny conditions dominate. Early wind chills could reach 26°F. South winds 3–6 mph. Clear skies return Monday night. Tuesday, Nov. 17 — High 59°F | Low 39°F: Sunny skies continue across Springfield. South winds 6–8 mph. Mostly clear conditions follow Tuesday night. Wednesday, Nov. 18 — High 64°F | Low 48°F: Mostly sunny and noticeably warmer. Temperatures reach the middle 60s. Mostly cloudy skies develop Wednesday night. Thursday, Nov. 19 — High 66°F | Low 51°F: Partly sunny skies and mild November temperatures. Mostly cloudy conditions Thursday night, with lows remaining above 50 degrees. Looking Ahead: November 20–21 Friday brings partly sunny skies and temperatures near 70 degrees, continuing the week's warming trend.
Friday night temperatures fall near 52 degrees under partly cloudy skies.
Saturday carries a chance of showers, with partly sunny conditions and highs near 69 degrees.