The National Weather Service in Springfield says a busy stretch of late-November weather is setting up for the Ozarks, starting with widespread rain today and a chance for light snow to begin the new week.
Rainfall will continue through this afternoon, with most areas seeing between one-tenth and three-quarters of an inch. While temperatures remain above freezing, some snow may briefly mix in early this morning—mainly along and east of Highway 63—but no wintry travel impacts are expected. Roads should remain just wet despite the chilly rainfall.
Attention then turns to Monday and Monday night, when a fast-moving “clipper-type” system slides across the region. This system is known for producing quick bursts of light snow, and current projections give the Ozarks a 35–60% chance of seeing snow at some point Monday. Confidence is highest from central to south-central Missouri.
At this time, any snow that does occur is expected to be light, with a 50–80% chance that totals stay under one inch. The system is still developing, and meteorologists say there is uncertainty about the exact placement of the snow band, how long precipitation will last, and whether areas may briefly pick up slightly higher totals.
Even with light amounts, forecasters advise staying weather-aware. A few localized slick spots can’t be ruled out Monday night if temperatures drop quickly after sunset, particularly on bridges and elevated surfaces. However, widespread travel impacts are not anticipated.
The NWS recommends checking updates frequently as details become clearer over the next 24–36 hours.
Cooler air settles in behind the system, keeping temperatures seasonal and brisk into mid-week.
More updates will be posted as the Monday snow potential comes into better focus.
