Kansas City, Missouri – Multiple rounds of storms could sweep across Missouri today and tonight, with the most dangerous weather likely arriving Sunday evening into the overnight hours. Winds gusting over 70 mph, heavy rainfall, and intense lightning may impact travel and outdoor plans, especially in western and northern parts of the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Kansas City, scattered morning storms are expected to weaken by late morning, but more organized and severe thunderstorms are likely to redevelop late Sunday and continue into early Monday. A cluster of storms pushing in from Nebraska and Iowa may intensify conditions. Areas from St. Joseph to Kirksville and into the Kansas City metro are under the highest risk.
High winds could damage trees and power lines, while locally heavy rainfall may trigger flash flooding in low-lying areas. Residents are urged to stay off roads during storms, charge devices in advance, and monitor alerts throughout the day.
If storms clear by afternoon, heat index values in Kansas City could again reach the lower 100s. However, slightly cooler and less humid conditions are expected to settle in Monday and Tuesday before another warm-up arrives ahead of July 4th.
Warnings remain in effect through early Monday, with more advisories possible.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast for Kansas City, MO:
- Sunday: Scattered storms AM, severe storms PM. High 87°F. Wind gusts 70+ mph possible.
- Monday: Partly sunny, breezy. High 82°F. Heat index down to mid-80s.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, lower humidity. High 84°F.
- Wednesday: Warmer with increasing humidity. High 89°F.
- Thursday (July 4): Hot and humid again. High 93°F. Heat index near 100°F.
