Kansas City, Mo. – Drivers across Missouri should prepare for a soggy end to the weekend, with heavy showers and thunderstorms moving into Kansas City by Sunday evening. Conditions could turn hazardous on I-70 and local roadways during peak travel times, making planning ahead essential.
According to the National Weather Service, showers are expected to increase Sunday afternoon, with thunderstorms more likely after dark. Rainfall totals may exceed a quarter inch in spots, and forecasters warn that heavier bursts are possible in thunderstorms. Winds from the south will add to the unsettled pattern.
The wet weather won’t stop with Sunday. Showers and storm chances extend into Monday and Tuesday, threatening delays for commuters and potentially disrupting outdoor plans across Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties. Afternoon highs will hover near the upper 70s, but humid air will add to the discomfort.
Saturday offers the last brief window of drier conditions, though scattered showers may already begin in the afternoon. Travelers should charge devices, monitor alerts, and avoid unnecessary travel during downpours. Rain-slicked highways, especially I-70 and I-435, could quickly slow traffic and heighten crash risks.
By midweek, conditions ease slightly with lower rain chances, though occasional showers linger. Residents should expect damp commutes through at least Wednesday morning.
Five Day Forecast for Kansas City, Mo.:
- Saturday: High near 77. Showers possible in the afternoon, mainly after 1 p.m.
- Sunday: Showers likely with thunderstorms after 1 p.m. High near 79.
- Monday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, mostly cloudy. High near 82.
- Tuesday: Showers and storms possible, especially in the afternoon. High near 77.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of showers, partly sunny. High near 72.
