Missouri Weather Alert conditions feel raw across Springfield this morning as overcast skies hang low and temperatures sit near 34 degrees. A few light snow showers and flurries drift through the Ozarks, briefly whitening rooftops and grassy fields. Roads remain mostly wet, but slick patches can develop on bridges along U.S. 65 and I-44.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, a slight chance of snow continues through mid-morning before gradual clearing begins. Highs climb to 43 degrees with north winds 8 to 10 mph and gusts near 20 mph. Wind chills dip into the lower 20s at times, adding a biting edge to the air.
Drivers should stay alert on shaded rural roads and elevated overpasses. This is peak flash-freeze season. Any moisture left behind can refreeze quickly after sunset as temperatures fall to around 22 degrees tonight under mostly clear skies.
Sunday brings sunshine but cooler air, with highs near 39 and gusts up to 28 mph. Sunday night drops sharply to 15 degrees. Monday remains sunny with a high near 38 before a strong warmup unfolds Tuesday. Highs jump to 61 Tuesday and push toward the upper 60s by Wednesday.
That surge signals early spring vibes across southwest Missouri. The 6- to 10-day outlook favors above-normal temperatures heading into early March.
Five Day Outlook for Springfield, Missouri:
Today: High 43, slight snow chance early.
Sunday: Sunny, high 39.
Monday: Sunny, high 38.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 61.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high 68.
