Kansas City Weather Alert: Morning Storms Fade Into a Warm, Sunny Fall Weekend
KANSAS CITY, Missouri — Early Friday thunderstorms are bringing wet roads and low visibility across the metro, but brighter skies are just ahead as Kansas City transitions into a warm, sunny fall weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill.
Morning Storms Give Way to Sunshine
Scattered thunderstorms are expected to taper off by late morning, with clouds gradually breaking apart through midday. Winds from the south around 10 mph will push highs near 80°F, leading to a pleasant Friday afternoon once roads begin to dry.
Drivers along I-70 and I-435 are urged to slow down and watch for ponding during the morning commute, as some areas could see minor flooding before skies clear.
Perfect Fall Weather Saturday and Sunday
The weekend will bring classic October weather — sunny, mild, and ideal for outdoor events. Saturday’s highs will reach the upper 70s, accompanied by light winds and low humidity, making perfect conditions for pumpkin patches, football games, and farmers markets across Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties.
By Sunday, temperatures will climb to around 86°F under clear skies — one of the warmest October weekends so far this year.
“We’ll be about 10 to 12 degrees above normal,” forecasters noted. “It’s a brief return to late-summer warmth before fall settles back in next week.”
Cooler, Cloudier Pattern Early Next Week
By Monday, moisture and clouds will return, though highs will remain in the low 70s with a light evening breeze. A subtle cooldown is expected midweek, signaling the start of a more traditional mid-October pattern with cooler mornings and potential frost later in the month.
Five-Day Forecast for Kansas City, MO
- Friday: 80°/57° – Scattered morning storms; clearing skies.
- Saturday: 78°/62° – Mostly sunny, light breeze, ideal for outdoor plans.
- Sunday: 86°/65° – Warm, bright, and calm; perfect fall day.
- Monday: 73°/57° – Partly sunny; light breeze into evening.
- Tuesday: 72°/59° – Fair skies; comfortable fall weather continues.
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