KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Warm, breezy days are giving Kansas City a taste of late-summer weather this week — but a shift is coming fast. The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill warns that strong thunderstorms could develop along the I-70 corridor Friday evening, bringing gusty winds and brief downpours before skies clear for the weekend.
Temperatures will soar into the mid-80s Thursday and Friday — nearly 15 degrees above normal for mid-October. Winds from the south will increase to 20 mph, pushing humidity higher ahead of the approaching front. Residents planning Friday night events or travel should stay alert for thunderstorm development, particularly between Kansas City and Columbia. A few storms could turn strong, with gusty winds and small hail the main threats.
By early Saturday, the system exits eastward, leaving behind a much more pleasant stretch. Saturday will bring mostly sunny skies and highs near 79°F — perfect weather for outdoor fall festivals, tailgates, and pumpkin patch visits across western Missouri and eastern Kansas. Sunday follows suit with calm winds, clear skies, and temperatures in the upper 70s.
Next week continues mild and dry, with highs in the low to mid-80s expected through Wednesday before another front approaches.
Now is the time to secure outdoor decorations and stay weather-aware Friday evening. After a brief stormy pause, Kansas City can expect a picture-perfect fall weekend.
Five-Day Forecast for Kansas City, MO:
Thu: 84/66 – Sunny; gusts near 20 mph.
Fri: 84/63 – Sunny early; storms late.
Sat: 79/48 – Mostly sunny; cooler.
Sun: 76/52 – Clear and calm.
Mon: 83/57 – Sunny; warm pattern holds.
