Missouri starts the day with a cool breeze and gray skies, but winter won’t hold its ground for long. In Springfield, the air feels brisk early Monday, yet a powerful warm-up is already unfolding across the Ozarks.
Temperatures sit in the low 40s this morning, with southeast winds adding a slight chill. According to the National Weather Service, skies turn partly sunny through the day as highs climb into the low 60s. Roads remain dry, keeping the morning commute smooth across Highway 60 and U.S. 65.
Tonight stays mild for late December. Clouds linger, and lows only dip into the upper 40s. That warmth signals a bigger shift arriving Tuesday. Sunshine dominates, pushing afternoon temperatures near 70 degrees. It’s an early sign that winter is taking a pause.
Wednesday delivers the headline. Highs surge into the mid-70s, flirting with record territory for December. The warmth arrives just as holiday travel ramps up, offering easy driving conditions and comfortable outdoor plans. No snow, sleet, or freezing rain appears anywhere in the picture.
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day continue the trend. Partly sunny skies and highs around 75 degrees feel more like April than late December. Light winds and dry pavement favor smooth travel throughout southwest Missouri.
Still, mild stretches bring subtle risks. Patchy fog could form late at night and early mornings, especially in valleys and near open fields. Reduced visibility may develop quickly before sunrise, so drivers should slow down during early travel windows.
This unusual warmth stands out nationally as colder air grips northern states. For now, Springfield enjoys a calm, springlike holiday stretch. Pattern changes may arrive later in the week, but winter weather remains on hold.
Does it feel like Christmas where you live, or more like spring?
Five-Day Outlook for Springfield, Missouri
- Monday: Partly sunny, breezy early, high near 61
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and warm, high near 70
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, very warm, high near 75
- Christmas Day: Partly sunny, springlike, high near 75
- Thursday: Partly cloudy, mild, high near 57
