Kansas City, Mo. – Rain could slow the Thursday morning commute in Kansas City as showers develop ahead of the busy Labor Day travel period. Drivers along I-70 and I-35 may face slick roads before conditions improve later in the day.
According to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, scattered showers are most likely before 1 p.m. Thursday, with up to 40% coverage across the metro. Temperatures will hold near 76 degrees with light east-southeast winds. Road surfaces may become slick during the morning rush, and officials urge drivers to allow extra travel time.
The system exits by Thursday night, setting the stage for a stretch of mostly sunny skies from Friday through Labor Day. Friday warms to 81 with calm winds, while Saturday and Sunday each climb to the lower 80s. Nights remain comfortable in the lower 60s, ideal for outdoor plans and events.
Labor Day itself looks dry, sunny, and warm near 82 degrees, a welcome outlook for barbecues and outdoor gatherings across the region. Evening skies stay clear, with overnight lows around 62.
Showers early Thursday mark the only real interruption in what becomes a picture-perfect holiday weekend for Kansas City. Residents should prepare for a wet start but can expect improving conditions by midday.
Five-Day Forecast for Kansas City, Mo.
- Thursday: Showers before 1 p.m., high 76, low 59.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 81, low 61.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 82, low 61.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 82, low 59.
- Labor Day Monday: Sunny, high 82, low 62.
