Kansas City, MO – A dangerous Arctic front will bring bitter cold and heavy snowfall to Missouri, with wind chills plummeting to -20°F by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service, a winter storm system will move in Sunday night, bringing snow and rapidly falling temperatures. Monday will see a high of just 21°F with light snow chances, while Tuesday’s system will bring more significant snowfall, with an 80% chance of accumulation.
By Tuesday night, wind chills will reach dangerous levels, and by Wednesday morning, the “feels-like” temperature could drop as low as -20°F. Officials urge residents to take precautions, including limiting outdoor exposure, dressing in layers, and preparing homes for extreme cold.
Detailed Forecast for the Week:
• Sunday Night: Increasing clouds with snow likely after midnight. Low near 12°F. Winds becoming northwest at 10-15 mph.
• Monday (Washington’s Birthday): Light snow possible early, then mostly cloudy. High near 21°F. Winds northwest at 10-15 mph.
• Monday Night: Snow likely after midnight. Low around 2°F. Wind chills dropping below zero.
• Tuesday: Snow continues, with an 80% chance of accumulation. High of 7°F. Winds intensify, making travel hazardous.
• Tuesday Night: Snow tapers off, but wind chills drop to -20°F. Low near -6°F.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny and bitterly cold. High near 7°F, with wind chills remaining well below zero.
• Wednesday Night: Clear but frigid, with a low of -8°F.
Residents should prepare for slick roads, possible power outages, and dangerously cold conditions lasting through the week. Emergency services advise keeping extra supplies, checking on vulnerable neighbors, and staying updated on weather alerts.
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