Kansas City, MO – A heat advisory remains in effect across western Missouri until 7 p.m. tonight as hot and humid conditions are expected to intensify throughout the afternoon. Residents should prepare for temperatures soaring into the lower 90s, with heat index values potentially reaching 105 degrees in some areas. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Kansas City warns that the combination of heat and humidity will create dangerous conditions, urging people to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged outdoor activities.
According to the NWS, the heat advisory extends from eastern Kansas through western Missouri, impacting cities like Kansas City, Clinton, and St. Joseph. Cloud cover is expected to clear by late morning, leading to a spike in temperatures through the afternoon hours. The advisory will be in effect until 7 p.m. as temperatures are forecasted to peak at 92 degrees around 6 p.m.
Thunderstorms are expected early in the morning but will clear out by 11 a.m., leaving partly cloudy skies. The rest of the week remains warm, with highs in the upper 80s to lower 90s. Relief is expected by Friday, as temperatures dip slightly into the mid-80s over the weekend.
