Kansas City, Mo. – Drivers across Missouri may need to slow down early Thursday as patchy fog reduces visibility, especially along I-70 near Kansas City. The morning hazard clears quickly, giving way to sunshine and warm conditions that will linger into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, calm winds and fog should dissipate by midmorning Thursday, with highs reaching the upper 70s. Sunshine builds Friday and Saturday, pushing temperatures back into the low 80s. Sunday remains sunny and mild, capping off one of the last September weekends with classic fall conditions.
Travelers can expect clear evenings, but the fog risk may briefly return during the early mornings. Motorists should allow extra time for commutes and keep headlights on in reduced visibility. The Missouri Department of Transportation warns drivers to use caution on bridges and rural highways where patchy fog tends to form.
The extended pattern stays steady into the start of October. Wednesday will bring sunny skies with highs around the low 80s, signaling no early cold snap in sight. Residents planning outdoor events or fall sports will enjoy seasonable, dry conditions, though cooler nights remind the region that colder weather is on the horizon.
With no rain in the near-term forecast, outdoor plans remain safe across Kansas City and surrounding counties. More updates will follow if fog or air quality alerts expand.
Five Day Forecast for Kansas City, Missouri:
- Thursday: Patchy fog before 9 a.m., then sunny. High 78.
- Friday: Sunny with highs near 83. Clear at night, low 59.
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 83. Calm winds.
- Sunday: Sunny, warm. High 84, low 61.
- Wednesday (Oct. 1): Sunny, high near 82.
