Kansas City, MO – Spring arrives with a dangerous twist in Missouri this week, as fire conditions and severe storms threaten Kansas City and surrounding counties. A hazardous weather outlook remains in effect today through early Monday, with strong winds and low humidity fueling fire concerns, especially along the I-70 corridor.
According to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill, elevated fire danger continues Sunday with humidity as low as 20 to 30 percent and gusty southerly winds reaching up to 32 mph. Overnight into Monday morning, scattered strong to severe storms could bring large hail and damaging wind, particularly across northwest and west-central Missouri.
Residents in Atchison, Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties should remain weather-aware and avoid outdoor burning. Secure outdoor items and prepare for possible power outages if storms intensify.
Here’s the extended spring weather look for Kansas City:
- Monday: Partly cloudy, high near 64°F. Winds variable, calming overnight with a low around 44°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 73°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, breezy with a high of 68°F and a low of 51°F.
- Thursday: Thunderstorms possible. High near 77°F with a 30% chance of rain.
- Friday: Showers likely by night with a 50% chance of rain and temperatures dropping to the low 60s.
While temperatures rise through midweek, shifting winds and unstable air may trigger more springtime storms. Stay tuned to local alerts and check weather.gov for real-time updates.
