Missouri – The cold settles in hard across the Kansas City metro as frost coats windshields and the air stings exposed skin. Even quick trips outside feel punishing as winter tightens its grip early this morning.
A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect for much of eastern Kansas and west-central Missouri through mid-morning. Wind chills are expected to dip as low as 15 to 20 degrees below zero, raising the risk of hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
According to the National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill, air temperatures hover near 5 degrees early, with light winds still strong enough to drive dangerous chills. Conditions remain dry, but the cold itself creates hazards for commuters and anyone spending time outdoors.
Roads are mostly clear, yet bridges, ramps, and shaded streets cool rapidly. Any melting later today can refreeze quickly after sunset, creating flash freezing concerns during evening travel. Drivers should slow down and remain alert for slick spots, especially on elevated roadways.
The cold eases slightly by Tuesday afternoon as sunshine dominates. Highs climb into the mid-20s, though mornings remain sharply cold. By Wednesday, highs reach near 31 degrees, offering gradual relief.
Late week brings a brief setback. Thursday turns colder again, with highs near the mid-20s under mostly cloudy skies. Friday stays dry but cold, keeping refreeze risks in play during nighttime hours.
Looking ahead, the broader 6–10 day outlook favors drier conditions across the central Plains. Temperatures trend closer to seasonal norms by early February, though winter cold remains a recurring threat.
Dress in layers, limit time outdoors, and check on neighbors and pets. How cold did it feel where you are in the Kansas City metro this morning?
Five-Day Outlook – Kansas City, MO
• Today: Sunny but bitterly cold, high near 18°F
• Tuesday: Sunny, cold, high near 26°F
• Wednesday: Sunny, improving, high near 31°F
• Thursday: Mostly cloudy and colder, high near 24°F
• Friday: Partly sunny, very cold, high near 19°F
