Missouri — A thin glaze of ice clings to tree branches and sidewalks as patchy snow and freezing rain slide across the Kansas City metro early this morning. The air feels sharp and still, and untreated pavement can turn slick quickly.
Patchy wintry precipitation continues through midday, with light snow and freezing rain possible before conditions dry out later today. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures hover in the mid-20s, keeping surfaces cold enough for icing. Even light precipitation may create travel issues, especially on bridges, ramps, and shaded roads.
Drivers along I-35, I-70, and I-435 should plan extra time through early afternoon. Spotty icing may develop quickly, even where roads appear merely wet. This is a classic setup for early-season flash freezing as temperatures stay below freezing during the day.
Skies clear tonight, but cold air settles in fast. Lows drop near 9 degrees, allowing any moisture left on pavement to freeze solid. Sunday brings sunshine, but the warmth remains limited. Afternoon highs reach only the low 20s, and wind chills dip near zero during the morning.
Conditions improve noticeably by Monday. Sunshine dominates, and temperatures climb into the mid-40s. That warming trend accelerates into Tuesday, with highs pushing into the lower 50s. Melting snow and ice may refreeze after dark, so evening travel still requires caution.
By midweek, December turns milder. Wednesday highs approach the upper 50s under mostly sunny skies. While winter weather steps back briefly, the early cold snap serves as a reminder that the season is ramping up fast.
For now, keep winter gear in your car, walk carefully on untreated surfaces, and slow down this morning. Even minor icing can cause major problems. Are you seeing slick spots where you live?
Five-Day Outlook for Kansas City, MO
Today: 26° — Patchy snow and freezing rain early; improving later
Sunday: 23° — Sunny, cold, icy spots possible
Monday: 44° — Sunny and milder
Tuesday: 53° — Dry and warmer
Wednesday: 58° — Mostly sunny, continued thaw
