Missouri — Cold air sits heavy over the metro this morning, stiffening fingers and frosting car windows across Kansas City. The air feels sharp, and even light winds cut through layers quickly.
Temperatures hover near 5 degrees, with wind chills plunging to around 5 below zero, according to the National Weather Service. Skies stay clear, but sunshine offers little help early. Exposed skin can feel numb within minutes during the coldest hours.
Roads remain mostly dry, but lingering moisture from earlier melts may have refrozen. Drivers along I-70, I-35, and Highway 71 should watch for slick spots on bridges and ramps. This is peak season for flash freezing, especially where pavement looks wet but feels like ice.
Conditions improve slowly today. Afternoon highs climb toward 20 degrees, easing the bite but keeping winter firmly in control. Tonight stays cold, with lows near 16 degrees and a slight chance of light snow after midnight. Any flakes would be minor, but cold pavement could amplify impacts.
Sunday brings noticeable relief. Clouds thin, and highs rebound into the upper 30s. Snow chances fade, and travel conditions improve through the day. By Monday, sunshine dominates and temperatures surge into the low 40s, signaling a pattern shift.
The first full week of February trends milder. Highs hover near the upper 30s to mid-40s through Tuesday and Wednesday. Even so, nights remain cold enough for refreezing, especially where snowmelt lingers after sunset.
For now, dress in layers, limit prolonged exposure, and allow extra travel time this morning. Stepping outside early—how intense did the cold feel in your neighborhood?
Five-Day Outlook for Kansas City, Missouri–Kansas
- Today: Sunny but very cold. High near 20°F
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, milder. High near 37°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny and warmer. High near 43°F
- Tuesday: Partly sunny. High near 38°F
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, seasonably cold. High near 35°F
