Kansas City, Missouri – High heat and minimal overnight relief are setting the stage for another sweltering day across Missouri as Tuesday’s temperatures near 94°F again. With the humidity factored in, residents in Kansas City could feel heat indexes back near 100°F by mid-afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, a Heat Advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. Monday, but the threat doesn’t end there. South winds up to 14 mph and continued sunshine will drive temperatures back into the 90s Tuesday, with “feels-like” temps rising well above 95°F. Local health departments urge residents to limit outdoor activities and check on vulnerable neighbors, especially near high-traffic routes like I-70 and US-69.
Prepare for more of the same through midweek. Wednesday looks to be the hottest day of the stretch, with highs reaching 95°F under clear skies. Breezy conditions are expected Tuesday, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph.
A slight chance of thunderstorms arrives Tuesday night, mainly affecting northwestern Missouri. While these storms may bring brief relief, widespread rain isn’t expected until late in the week.
Five-Day Forecast for Kansas City (June 24–28):
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 94°F. South wind 6–10 mph.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 95°F. Calm wind.
- Thursday: Slight chance of PM storms, high near 94°F.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 91°F. Chance of rain 30%.
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, high around 75°F. Cooler air returns.
