Kansas City, Missouri – Flurries are possible again today across the Kansas City region as another cold front pushes south, followed by a surge of bitterly cold air that will bring dangerous wind chills into Saturday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill, light snow flurries may develop at times today, though measurable accumulation is not expected for most areas. Even so, brief slick spots are possible on untreated roads, especially during the early morning and overnight hours.
Behind the cold front, temperatures are expected to fall sharply tonight. Low temperatures below zero are forecast by Saturday morning, with wind chill values dropping as low as -15°F in parts of the region. These conditions pose an increased risk for frostbite with prolonged exposure.
Travel impacts today should remain limited, but motorists along Interstate 70, Interstate 35, Interstate 29, and U.S. Highway 71 may notice brief reductions in visibility during passing flurries. Cold pavement temperatures could also allow spotty slick areas to develop on bridges and overpasses.
Another chance for light snow arrives Saturday night into Sunday morning, though the probability for measurable accumulation remains low. The best chance for minor snow accumulations will be across northern Missouri, generally north of Highway 36. Areas farther south, including the Kansas City metro, are more likely to see flurries or light snow with little impact.
Temperatures are expected to remain well below normal through the weekend. Highs will struggle to reach the 20s, with lows remaining in the single digits or colder. Some moderation is expected next week as temperatures gradually trend closer to seasonal averages.
Residents are encouraged to dress in layers, limit time outdoors during the coldest periods, and ensure pets and vulnerable populations are protected from the extreme cold. Drivers should use caution on area roadways, particularly early Saturday morning when wind chills and cold pavement will be most severe.
