Kansas City, Mo. – Heat will linger in Missouri to start the week, with Kansas City expected to push 92 degrees Monday before storms return Tuesday. The mix of summer-like heat and incoming moisture could mean travel disruptions and stormy evenings across the metro. Residents should plan for heat precautions during the day and prepare for shifting conditions midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, Monday will stay mostly sunny and hot, with light southwest winds. By Tuesday, storm chances increase after 1 p.m., bringing potential thunder, heavy rain, and gusty winds. Commuters on I-70 and I-35 should be alert for slick roads and reduced visibility during evening hours.
Neighborhoods across Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties could see localized downpours Tuesday into Wednesday, with rainfall probabilities reaching 60% by early Wednesday morning. While temperatures will briefly spike near 92 again Tuesday, highs will ease into the low-80s by Wednesday and Thursday.
Safety officials urge drivers to avoid flooded intersections and allow extra travel time during storms. Those spending time outdoors should stay hydrated Monday and remain weather-aware as thunder chances rise through midweek.
More unsettled weather lingers Thursday before clearing heads into the weekend, with highs near 82 expected Saturday.
Five-Day Forecast for Kansas City, Missouri
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 92. Low around 71.
- Tuesday: Slight chance of storms after 1 p.m., high near 92. Low around 69.
- Wednesday: Showers likely, storms possible. High near 84. Low around 65.
- Thursday: Chance of showers, partly sunny. High near 82. Low around 63.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 82. Low near 62.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 82.
