Missouri greets the morning with a sharp winter edge as cold air sweeps across the Ozarks. Wind rattles bare trees, breath fogs quickly, and the cold feels more biting than the thermometer suggests.
Early readings near 20 degrees sit over Springfield, with wind chills dipping into the teens and briefly near single digits. Gusts reach 20 to 30 mph, adding an extra sting for anyone stepping outside. The National Weather Service highlights a limited excessive cold risk today, driven more by wind than snow.
Skies stay mostly sunny through the day, helping temperatures recover modestly. Afternoon highs reach around 32 degrees, though it never feels truly mild. Roads remain dry overall, but drivers should stay alert. Any leftover moisture can freeze again after sunset as temperatures fall quickly.
Tonight turns colder and calmer. Lows drop near 8 degrees, setting up another hard freeze. Wednesday brings a brief improvement, with sunshine pushing highs into the upper 30s. That break does not last long.
Colder air slides back in by Thursday. Clouds increase, and highs settle near 33 degrees, followed by a sharp drop Thursday night. By Friday, winter tightens its grip again. Highs struggle near 20 degrees, with overnight lows slipping to near zero. Wind chills will once again feel harsh, especially early morning and after dark.
While widespread snow is not expected, meteorologists continue monitoring weak disturbances late week. Even light snow would raise travel concerns given the cold pavement and repeated freeze cycles.
Looking ahead, the weekend stays cold but dry. Saturday highs hover near 19 degrees, then moderate slightly by Sunday into the low 30s.
Dress in layers, secure loose outdoor items, and protect exposed pipes. Conditions can change quickly after sunset. How strong did the wind feel where you are this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Springfield, MO
- Today: Mostly sunny, windy and cold, high near 32
- Wednesday: Sunny, slightly milder, high near 37
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, cooler, high near 33
- Friday: Cold and sunny, high near 20
- Saturday: Sunny and cold, high near 19
