Missouri — A soft, hazy glow settles over the Ozarks this morning as warm air drifts up from the south, pushing the early November chill toward the background. The pavement still holds a little overnight dampness, and a light breeze carries the earthy scent of fallen leaves along Route 65. It’s a calm but telling start to a stretch that will influence early Thanksgiving travel plans across the region.
Sun builds quickly today, and Springfield rises toward 81°F, a strikingly warm number for mid-November. South winds stiffen by midday, gusting over 20 mph across open fields and west–east corridors. Residents tackling yard cleanup or early holiday errands should work through the morning before winds peak. Travelers heading toward Branson or Marshfield may notice crosswinds, especially on higher-speed stretches.
Sunday keeps the warm theme running with highs near 67°F under clear skies. Models hint at the earliest sign of a Monday pattern shift, though the moisture feed stays modest. By midday Monday, clouds increase and a 40% chance of showers develops. Any brief bursts of rain could slow early commutes near downtown and College Street, and drivers should watch for slick spots where leaves gather.
By Monday night, clouds hang on and temperatures settle into the low 50s. Tuesday brings another warm push into the lower 70s—an excellent weather window for travel before late-week changes gather strength. While no Winter Tease appears in southern Missouri yet, the warm–cool seesaw keeps meteorologists watching potential Thanksgiving-week storm tracks that could bring stronger rain or wind.
Five-Day Outlook for Springfield, MO
Sat: 81/47 – Sunny; breezy afternoon.
Sun: 67/46 – Sunny; mild.
Mon: 62/53 – Increasing clouds; 40% showers.
Tue: 72/48 – Mostly sunny; warm.
Wed: 68/55 – Showers possible; unsettled.
