Missouri air feels sharp and dry across Springfield this morning, with temperatures near 26 degrees and a stiff northwest breeze cutting through town. Wind chills hover in the mid-teens, making it feel closer to 15 degrees as the sun climbs higher.
Flags snap along Sunshine Street, and drivers on US-65 and I-44 grip the wheel in occasional gusts. Skies stay clear for now, but the cold lingers.
Wind chills dip into the teens.
The National Weather Service in Springfield reports gusts up to 40 mph continuing early today as colder air settles in behind a front. Elevated fire weather conditions remain a concern through midday due to dry air and gusty winds across the Ozarks.
Avoid outdoor burning and secure loose items.
Highs climb to around 48 degrees under sunny skies, offering brief relief from the morning freeze. Tonight turns colder again, with lows near 29. A slight chance of rain or snow develops late, with precipitation chances near 30 percent. No accumulation is expected, but a brief mix could dampen pavement before temperatures dip back below freezing.
That sets the stage for potential flash freezing on bridges and overpasses by early Saturday. Even light moisture can refreeze quickly this time of year.
Saturday turns mostly sunny with highs near 44. Sunday stays bright and cool, reaching the low 40s before dropping into the teens Sunday night. Monday holds near 40 under sunny skies.
Then a noticeable warmup arrives. Tuesday surges toward 60 degrees, and midweek pushes into the mid-60s. Longer-range trends show above-normal temperatures building late next week, hinting at early spring warmth across southern Missouri.
Are you feeling the wind where you live this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Springfield:
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 44.
Sunday: Sunny, high 43.
Monday: Sunny, high 40.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 60.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high 65.
