Kansas City, Missouri – Thunderstorms could rattle Kansas City by Monday night, bringing high winds, lightning, and the threat of heavier downpours into Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, a potent spring storm system is expected to arrive late Monday, potentially impacting travel along I-70 and other key corridors. While the weekend begins with mild conditions, rain chances sharply increase by Monday night, with a 60% chance of storms lasting into early Tuesday.
Saturday offers a brief window of calmer weather, with highs in the mid-60s under partly sunny skies. However, a chance of rain returns Saturday night, with showers continuing into Sunday. By Sunday evening, expect more widespread rainfall and isolated thunderstorms, particularly after 10 a.m. Monday. Winds will become gusty, and localized flash flooding cannot be ruled out.
Travelers and residents should prepare for fast-changing conditions Monday night through Tuesday. Charge devices, secure outdoor items, and avoid unnecessary driving during storm periods. Wind gusts may reach up to 20 mph Monday, with thunderstorm activity persisting into Tuesday morning before tapering off by mid-afternoon.
Five-Day Spring Outlook for Kansas City:
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 66°F.
- Sunday: Showers likely, high near 75°F.
- Monday: Breezy, partly sunny, high near 83°F. Storms developing at night.
- Tuesday: Thunderstorms likely in the morning, high near 73°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and cooler, high near 71°F.
