Kansas City drivers may face slick roads and reduced visibility this morning as storms roll through Missouri with heavy rain and gusty winds. Commuters along I-70 and I-35 should prepare for delays, ponding on roadways, and sudden lightning strikes during rush hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, strong thunderstorms remain likely through Tuesday afternoon across Kansas City and surrounding counties. Gusty winds up to 35 mph and downpours could create dangerous travel conditions, especially in low-lying areas prone to flooding.
Showers may linger into Tuesday night before skies begin to clear by Wednesday. Cooler air follows the storm system, with highs in the low 70s midweek and dry, sunny weather returning by Thursday. These shifts mark the first true taste of fall across Missouri.
Residents should secure outdoor items, charge devices in case of power interruptions, and avoid driving through standing water. Lightning will remain the greatest threat until the storm line moves east of Kansas City late Tuesday night.
By Thursday, September 25, sunshine will dominate the region, offering a calm stretch of weather into the weekend. Outdoor events, travel, and fall harvest activities will benefit from the dry pattern. Looking further ahead, nighttime lows dipping into the 50s hint at the season’s first preview of cooler air before October.
Warnings remain in effect for Kansas City and surrounding counties through Tuesday night, with updates expected from the National Weather Service as storms develop.
Five-Day Forecast for Kansas City, MO
- Tuesday: Storms likely, high 71°, gusts up to 35 mph.
- Wednesday: Chance showers early, high 71°, low 57°.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 76°, low 57°.
- Friday: Clear skies, high 80°, low 59°.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 82°, low 60°.
