Kansas City, Mo. – Mild late-August weather holds across Missouri, but drivers along the I-29 corridor may see light sprinkles early Tuesday before more widespread showers move in midweek. Highs will stay comfortable, ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s, while morning lows dip into the 50s, with a few northern spots briefly touching the upper 40s.
According to the National Weather Service in Kansas City, rain chances increase Wednesday afternoon, with scattered showers and a few thunderstorms possible through Thursday. Kansas City, St. Joseph, and Chillicothe carry a 30–50% chance of precipitation, with locally higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Areas farther east, including Kirksville and Moberly, may see less rain.
Light winds will keep conditions calm Tuesday and Wednesday, though localized downpours could affect evening commutes midweek. The Missouri Department of Transportation advises drivers to allow extra travel time if rain develops during peak hours, especially on interstates 29, 35, and 70.
The unsettled stretch eases by Friday as skies turn mostly sunny and highs climb near 80. Warm, dry conditions should hold into the holiday weekend.
Five Day Forecast for Kansas City, Mo.:
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 79. Low 59.
- Wednesday: Showers possible after 1 p.m., high 79. Low 62.
- Thursday: Morning showers and storms, high 74. Low 60.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 80. Low 61.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 80. Low 61.
