Kansas City, Missouri – Drivers across Missouri should brace for dangerous travel Friday evening as a line of strong storms pushes through Kansas City and surrounding areas. A Flood Watch goes into effect Thursday night and intensifies through Friday, July 25, with heavy rain, lightning, and localized flash flooding expected, especially near I-70 and U.S. Route 71.
According to the National Weather Service, thunderstorms are likely after 7 p.m. Friday, bringing between a quarter and half an inch of rain—though isolated storms could drop over 2 inches in some areas. Winds will remain light, but reduced visibility and ponding on roadways are likely. Motorists should avoid low-lying roads and prepare for possible evening delays.
Kansas City will warm to 89°F Friday afternoon under partly sunny skies before storms return. Rain tapers off early Saturday, giving way to a hot and sunny weekend. Highs will climb to 92°F on Saturday and 95°F Sunday, with heat indices potentially topping 100°F. Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours, and check on vulnerable neighbors.
Looking ahead, Monday and Tuesday continue the summer heat trend, with sunny skies and highs in the upper 90s. Another chance of storms arrives Wednesday, possibly bringing some heat relief.
🌤️ Five-Day Kansas City Forecast: July 25–30
- Friday: Partly sunny, then thunderstorms after 7 p.m. | High: 89°F
- Saturday: Sunny and hot | High: 92°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, very warm | High: 95°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, continued heat | High: 97°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, near-record temps | High: 99°F
- Wednesday: Chance of storms, slightly cooler | High: 93°F
⚠️ Flash flooding remains possible Friday night — keep alerts on and avoid non-essential travel after dark.
