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Ozarks Weather Alert: Thunderstorms Possible Nov. 2–3
Springfield, MO – Residents across southwest Missouri and the Ozarks can expect occasional light rain through Halloween weekend before a wetter weather pattern brings increasing chances of thunderstor
By Evan Cross · 2026-10-30T21:21:19.895Z
Springfield, MO – Residents across southwest Missouri and the Ozarks can expect occasional light rain through Halloween weekend before a wetter weather pattern brings increasing chances of thunderstorms Monday and Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, light showers will move through parts of the region Friday evening, October 30, with additional rain chances continuing Saturday and Sunday.
The greatest chances of precipitation are expected Monday night, November 2, and Tuesday, November 3.
Halloween Weekend Brings Mild Temperatures and Showers
Friday evening will bring a 10% to 30% chance of light showers, mainly north and west of Springfield, with overnight lows ranging from 55 to 62 degrees.
On Halloween Saturday, high temperatures are forecast between 71 and 75 degrees, with rain chances ranging from 10% to 40%.
Rain chances increase Saturday night to between 40% and 70%, potentially affecting outdoor Halloween activities.
Sunday will remain mild, with highs between 68 and 75 degrees and a 20% to 50% chance of showers.
Thunderstorm Chances Increase Monday Night
A more active weather pattern is expected Monday, with high temperatures ranging from 67 to 76 degrees.
Rain and thunderstorm chances increase to 30% to 70% during the day before reaching 70% to 95% Monday night.
Tuesday brings another 60% to 90% chance of precipitation, with highs between 68 and 71 degrees.
Drivers may encounter wet roads and reduced visibility during periods of heavier rainfall, particularly during the Monday evening commute and overnight hours.
Cooler Conditions Tuesday Night
Rain chances are expected to decrease Tuesday night to between 20% and 50%.
Temperatures will fall into the upper 40s and lower 50s overnight.
The National Weather Service has not identified a specific severe weather threat in this forecast update.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts as the timing and coverage of thunderstorms become clearer.