Kansas City, Missouri – Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected to linger across Missouri Friday, with the heaviest rainfall likely south and east of I-35 through the evening hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Kansas City, severe weather is not expected, but localized heavy downpours could lead to brief flooding in low-lying areas, especially near Lee’s Summit, Kirksville, and Chillicothe. Rain chances peak between noon and 6 p.m. for these regions, with precipitation probabilities hitting 50% or higher in some spots.
Kansas City, Overland Park, and St. Joseph are expected to remain mostly dry or see light rain today. Saturday looks calmer statewide, offering a brief window of drier conditions before more scattered showers return Sunday, potentially bringing additional downpours.
Travelers should use caution during afternoon commutes where rain persists, especially on highways such as US-36 and US-63. Residents are encouraged to avoid driving through flooded roads and check local alerts before heading out.
Looking ahead, the NWS warns of a more unsettled pattern next week, with strong storms and heavy rain likely Monday into Tuesday. Missouri could also see its first true shot of summer heat by late next week.
📅 Five-Day Missouri Weather Outlook
- Friday: Scattered storms, especially SE of I-35. Highs: mid-70s to low 80s
- Saturday: Mostly dry, partly cloudy. Highs: upper 70s
- Sunday: Showers/storms return, locally heavy. Highs: near 80°F
- Monday: Strong storms possible. Highs: low 80s
- Tuesday: Continued rain, warming trend begins. Highs: mid-80s
