Kansas City, Missouri – Storms are set to roll through Kansas City Thursday afternoon and again Friday, prompting a spring weather alert for drivers and residents. Thursday’s midday commute could be slippery, especially on major roadways like I-70 and US-71, as thunderstorms and wet pavement reduce visibility.
According to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, isolated thunderstorms may develop after 3 p.m. Thursday with light winds and a high near 72°F. Rain chances increase again Friday afternoon, when scattered storms could bring heavier rainfall and gusty conditions, particularly from noon through 6 p.m.
While the storm risk is low Thursday night, light showers could linger into early Friday. Drivers should stay weather-aware, especially during school pickups or rush hour. New rainfall totals Thursday and Friday are expected to remain below a quarter inch, but ponding on roads remains possible in low-lying areas.
Conditions shift dramatically by Saturday. Sunny skies and highs near 67°F will usher in a calmer weekend. Sunday continues the pleasant spring trend, with clear skies and a high near 70°F.
5-Day Kansas City Outlook:
- Friday: 66°F, 40% chance of thunderstorms after 1 p.m.
- Saturday: 67°F, sunny and dry
- Sunday: 70°F, clear skies
- Monday: 73°F, mostly sunny
- Tuesday: 76°F, chance of showers by night (40%)
