Missouri – Warm, steady breezes move across the Ozarks before sunrise, carrying the scent of dry leaves and wet pavement as clouds thicken over Springfield. This early-morning sky signals a quick shift toward unsettled weather, just as Thanksgiving travel begins across I-44 and local highways. Drivers should plan for slower commutes through midday and prepare for shifting winds as showers build.
According to the National Weather Service Springfield office, a few early showers may pop ahead of a warmer push that lifts temperatures well into the 60s and 70s through Tuesday. A slight thunder chance develops as moisture increases, though severe storms remain unlikely. Still, brief downpours could cause minor delays around Greene and Christian counties. Travelers heading east or west on I-44 should watch for short-lived pockets of heavier rain during the late morning and early afternoon.
According to NWS meteorologists, Tuesday stays mostly sunny and warm across southwest Missouri. Winds ease but shift in the afternoon, creating a mild, almost springlike feel unusual for November. This warm stretch sets up a sharper transition into Wednesday when a stronger disturbance sweeps through. Showers expand late Wednesday, and a few thunderstorms may form after sunset. Gusty winds and localized downpours could snarl airport departures and slow regional bus routes. To be fair, temperatures stay too warm for any early snow chance, though this type of pattern often serves as an early “Winter Tease.”
The weekend turns calmer, offering excellent conditions for leaf cleanup, outdoor decorating, or preparing for next week’s heavier Thanksgiving travel surge.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Springfield, MO:
Mon: 63/45 – Spotty showers early; slight thunder risk; breezy.
Tue: 76/47 – Mostly sunny; warm November air.
Wed: 70/57 – Showers late; isolated storms; slower travel.
Thu: 68/54 – Cloudy with showers; breezy and mild.
Fri: 64/40 – Mostly sunny; cooler and crisp.
