Springfield, MO – Hotter and drier than normal weather is expected across the Missouri Ozarks and extreme southeast Kansas heading into early October, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Springfield.
Forecasters say temperatures will climb into the low-to-mid 80s during the day, with overnight lows holding in the mid-50s to near 60. Conditions will remain mostly sunny and dry, with little to no precipitation expected through at least Tuesday, September 30.
According to NWS Springfield, the extended outlook from October 3 through October 9 also points toward above-average heat and below-normal rainfall across the region. Daytime highs are forecast to range from 82 to 86 degrees, while normal highs for early October are typically in the lower 70s. Rainfall for the period is projected at less than one inch, well below seasonal averages.
This pattern of hot days and cool, clear nights may also lead to patchy morning fog in some areas, especially in valleys. Residents and commuters should be aware of reduced visibility during the early morning hours.
The combination of heat and lack of rain could also contribute to dry soil and increasing fire danger in rural areas if the trend continues into mid-October.
