Kansas City, Mo. – Drivers across Missouri should prepare for a stormy Thursday as thunderstorms build overnight and intensify through the morning commute. Lightning, heavy downpours, and brief wind gusts could slow traffic on I-70 and I-435 during peak travel hours. Officials urge commuters to allow extra time and avoid flooded low-lying roads.
According to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, rain chances climb to 60% Thursday morning and increase to 70% by Thursday night. Showers are expected to persist into Friday, with rainfall amounts ranging between a quarter and half an inch possible. Localized flooding cannot be ruled out where storms train over the same areas.
Kansas City neighborhoods including Liberty, Independence, and Overland Park should anticipate wet streets and occasional lightning through Friday morning. Outdoor events may face interruptions, and residents are encouraged to monitor alerts. Temperatures will hold near seasonal averages, with highs in the low to mid-80s through Saturday.
Weekend conditions remain unsettled. Scattered storms could pop up Saturday afternoon, though breaks of sunshine will follow. By Sunday, rain chances taper but clouds linger, keeping highs in the low 80s. Drier air finally arrives Monday and Tuesday with comfortable sunshine and highs near 82.
Missourians should keep devices charged and have alternate plans for outdoor activities. More advisories may be issued if storms intensify Thursday night.
Five Day Forecast for Kansas City, Mo.
- Thursday: Showers and storms likely, high 84.
- Friday: Chance of storms, partly sunny, high 80.
- Saturday: Chance of storms after 1 p.m., high 82.
- Sunday: Showers possible, partly cloudy, high 83.
- Monday: Partly cloudy, dry, high 82.
