Springfield, Missouri – Isolated thunderstorms could disrupt travel across portions of southwest and central Missouri this afternoon, with a Marginal Risk for damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph, small hail, and heavy downpours stretching from Pittsburg, Kansas to Osage Beach.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, scattered pop-up storms are likely to begin developing after noon Friday. The most at-risk areas fall within a yellow-shaded zone on the forecast map, where conditions favor localized flooding and frequent lightning, especially during evening hours.
Cities like Nevada, Bolivar, and Lebanon may see brief but intense rainfall, while travelers along U.S. Route 54 and I-49 should prepare for sudden visibility drops and slippery roads. While not everyone will see storms, those who do may experience short-lived but severe impacts. Residents are urged to remain weather-aware and have multiple ways to receive alerts, especially if planning outdoor activities.
Storm chances will remain elevated into the weekend, with Saturday bringing a 40–70% chance of rain and the potential for repeated storms over the same areas, increasing the risk of flash flooding.
⚠️ Warnings remain in effect for isolated storms through this evening. Another update is expected by early Saturday.
🔎 Missouri 5-Day Forecast (Springfield Region)
- Friday: 15–20% chance of storms, high 90–93°F, low 69–73°F
- Saturday: 40–70% chance of storms, high 84–87°F, low 67–69°F
- Sunday: 30–60% chance of storms, high 82–89°F, low 67–69°F
- Monday: 30–50% chance of storms, high 85–91°F, low 68–71°F
- Tuesday: 30–40% chance of storms, high 89–93°F, low 69–73°F
