Kansas City, Missouri – Residents can expect a surge of summer heat mid-week, with temperatures climbing significantly by Wednesday. This rise in mercury brings with it the potential for showers and thunderstorms, especially as Wednesday evening progresses.
According to the National Weather Service, Wednesday will see mostly sunny skies and a high near 91°F. South-southwest winds will blow at 6 to 10 mph. Travelers on I-70 and I-35 should be aware of changing conditions. The chances of showers and thunderstorms increase after 10 p.m. Wednesday night. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch are possible, though higher amounts could fall with thunderstorms.
Thursday continues the pattern with a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. The high on Thursday will reach 85°F. Friday also holds a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a high near 85°F. Saturday brings a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m., with a high around 86°F. Sunday sees a high near 88°F under mostly sunny skies.
Stay hydrated as temperatures climb. Charge all electronic devices. Secure outdoor items before any storms arrive.
Warnings remain in effect through the weekend as the area experiences a typical summer weather pattern. Continue to monitor local weather updates.
Kansas City Extended Forecast:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 91°F, showers and thunderstorms possible after 10 p.m.
- Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, low around 69°F, chance of showers and thunderstorms.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high near 85°F, chance of showers and thunderstorms.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 85°F, chance of showers and thunderstorms.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 86°F, chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 88°F.
