Springfield, MO – Missouri residents should prepare for the first frost of the season, with temperatures expected to plummet into the low to mid-30s by Tuesday night. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Springfield has issued a frost advisory, particularly for areas along U.S. Route 65 and Interstate 44. Local residents are urged to take precautions as frost, and potentially freezing conditions, are expected to settle in by Wednesday morning.
According to the NWS, this cold air mass moving through the region will bring widespread frost from Springfield to the eastern Ozarks, with lows reaching 33°F early Wednesday. Gardeners and homeowners should cover sensitive plants, while drivers may want to prepare for potentially slick conditions during early morning commutes.
The forecast shows continued cool temperatures through midweek. Columbus Day will see highs near 66°F and lows of 43°F. Tuesday brings another significant dip, with highs of just 62°F before frost develops overnight. Wednesday’s high will only reach 63°F, with frost possible again that night as temperatures drop to 37°F.
By Thursday, temperatures should gradually rise, hitting a high of 69°F, with clear skies expected into the weekend. Residents are advised to monitor weather updates closely and follow safety recommendations, especially on roadways like Route 60, where early morning frost could impact driving conditions. For further weather advisories, check the NWS Springfield forecast.
Extended Outlook
• Monday Night: Low 43°F, partly cloudy
• Tuesday: High 62°F, overnight low 33°F, frost
• Wednesday: High 63°F, low 37°F
• Thursday: High 69°F, clear
