Springfield, MO – Central Missouri is bracing for a weekend of widespread thunderstorms, with the heaviest rain expected Sunday night into Monday. Springfield residents should prepare for significant rain and potential road impacts along I-44 and Route 65. Tonight, heavy rain will accompany temperatures in the mid-70s, with conditions intensifying by Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service, storms will roll into the area Saturday evening, bringing a 40-90% chance of rain over the weekend. Sunday’s forecast predicts thunderstorms with temperatures ranging from 66 to 92 degrees. Drivers should exercise caution on highways, including I-44, where wet conditions and reduced visibility could pose safety risks.
By Monday, cooler temperatures between 52 and 79 degrees will follow the storm. Rain will taper off by Tuesday, leading to a calm stretch with partly cloudy skies and highs in the 70s for the remainder of the week.
