Kansas City, Missouri – Thunderstorms could roll through Kansas City early Tuesday, threatening to slow down morning travel with rain and isolated lightning. With a high near 64°F, cooler-than-usual Memorial Day weekend weather will linger into midweek, keeping early summer heat at bay.
According to the National Weather Service, showers are likely before 7 a.m. Tuesday, followed by scattered thunderstorms until around 10 a.m. Northeast winds will hold steady at 7 to 10 mph. While rainfall is expected to stay under a tenth of an inch, localized downpours could create slick spots on roads, especially near I-35 and US-71 during the morning commute.
Clouds will decrease through Tuesday afternoon and into the night, offering a cooler low near 51°F. By Wednesday, the metro will warm back up to a mostly sunny 71°F with calmer winds, providing a brief summer-like break.
Thursday brings a 30% chance of showers before noon, followed by drier skies and a high of 72°F. Friday and Saturday will be warm and clear, with highs climbing to 83°F and 84°F respectively. Sunday wraps up the week under sunny skies, reaching a high near 85°F — finally delivering that early-summer feel.
Expect lingering wet roads Tuesday morning. Drivers should allow extra time and stay weather-aware. The next NWS update is expected early Tuesday. Alerts remain possible if storms intensify.
