KANSAS CITY, MO–KS — The day begins damp and gray, with low clouds hugging the Missouri River and headlights glinting off wet pavement. Light rain and patches of fog drift across the metro, a steady reminder that Thanksgiving week travel has begun under unsettled skies.
The National Weather Service reports a 70–80% chance of rain through early Monday evening, with a few heavier showers possible. Patchy fog may reduce visibility across major routes, including I-70, I-35, and I-435, especially through the morning commute. Travelers should expect slower speeds and extra travel time through the metro and into eastern Kansas.
By Tuesday, the storm system moves east, clearing skies and ushering in cooler, drier air. Sunshine returns midweek with highs in the mid-40s — ideal for road trips and early Thanksgiving gatherings.
Thanksgiving Day itself looks crisp and calm, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures near 42°F — a quiet pause before the next system arrives late Friday bringing another chance for rain and possible flurries as colder air returns.
Five-Day Outlook for Kansas City, MO–KS:
- Tuesday: Mostly clear, high 57°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 42°F.
- Thanksgiving Day: Mostly sunny, high 42°F.
- Friday: Chance of rain, high 43°F.
- Saturday: Rain likely, high 43°F.
