Kansas City, Mo.–Kan. — A cool, quiet start greets the metro this Thursday morning — crisp air, faint moonlight, and calm winds brushing across the plains. But by Friday, showers and cooler air will move into Kansas City and surrounding areas, bringing a noticeable shift toward late-fall conditions through the weekend.
The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill reports that Thursday stays sunny and mild, with highs near 67°F and light breezes. It’s the calm before the pattern changes. By Friday morning, clouds will thicken as a weak front pushes in from the southwest. Expect scattered showers after sunrise, especially along I-70 and I-35, with the best rain chances from midday through evening.
While rain totals stay light — most areas seeing a quarter to a half inch — the timing could slow midday commuters and outdoor events. Temperatures will hold near the mid-50s, a 10-degree dip from Thursday’s highs. Winds shift east to southeast, adding to the chill.
Saturday brings lingering drizzle and gray skies, with highs in the upper 50s. By Sunday, clouds begin to clear, setting up a cool but pleasant afternoon near 62°F — ideal for fall festivals or game day.
Looking ahead to next week, another system may arrive by Monday afternoon, keeping Kansas City’s pattern unsettled and seasonally cool. For now, the mild mornings, damp afternoons, and shifting winds signal that November’s colder rhythm is just around the corner — and residents are watching for that first hint of frost to arrive soon.
Five-Day Outlook for Kansas City, MO–KS:
Thu: 67/50 – Sunny; calm wind.
Fri: 55/50 – Showers likely; breezy.
Sat: 59/51 – Cloudy; drizzle possible.
Sun: 62/53 – Mostly cloudy; mild.
Mon: 66/54 – Scattered showers; cooler evening.
