Kansas City, MO – This afternoon and evening, rain and thunderstorms will sweep through the Kansas City area and much of Missouri, with the heaviest chances occurring south of Interstate 70.
According to the National Weather Service, areas around and south of I-70, including Kansas City, Sedalia, and Butler, will see the greatest chance of storms, particularly after 3 p.m. today. Thunderstorms may bring moderate rain totals of up to an inch, though strong to severe weather is not expected. Rain chances remain elevated through the evening, tapering off into Thursday as drier conditions move in from the north.
Throughout the afternoon, towns like St. Joseph and Chillicothe will experience up to 40% to 60% chances of thunderstorms. These storms could bring brief, heavy rainfall, but severe weather is not anticipated. Roads in areas of higher rainfall, particularly south of I-70, could become slick, and travelers should exercise caution.
In Kansas City, expect rainfall to increase as the afternoon progresses, with the heaviest rain possible between 3 and 6 p.m. Rain chances will persist into Thursday, but conditions will start to dry out by the evening. Stay updated for further alerts, as conditions could change rapidly.
