Springfield, Mo. – Drivers across southern Missouri should expect reduced visibility Monday morning as patchy fog develops, especially north of I-44 and near bodies of water.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, dense fog may linger through midmorning, with visibility dropping below a mile in some areas—particularly near lakes and rivers. The advisory, issued early Monday, urges motorists to slow down and use headlights while navigating through fluctuating visibility during their commute.
The fog kicks off a week of dry and warm conditions, with daytime highs climbing from the low 80s Monday into the upper 80s by midweek. Cities like Branson, Lebanon, and Rolla will see temperatures reach up to 88°F by Wednesday. Rain chances gradually return Thursday, with a 20–50% chance of scattered showers and storms, increasing to 50–70% by Friday across the Ozarks and into central Missouri.
Residents should monitor changing conditions heading into the weekend, especially for outdoor plans. Power up weather alerts and check travel routes ahead of time.
Rain chances increase sharply Friday into Saturday—expect further advisories later this week as timing and storm strength become clearer.
