Kansas City Weather: Showers And Cooler Air Likely Early Next Week
KANSAS CITY, MO — Residents can expect summer-like warmth through the weekend before a cold front brings showers and cooler conditions to Kansas City early next week. The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill says highs will remain 10 to 15 degrees above normal through Sunday before rain chances arrive.
Warm Weekend Ahead
Friday and Saturday will stay mostly sunny, with highs in the upper 80s and lows in the upper 60s. South winds will increase, with gusts up to 28 mph on Saturday. Despite the heat, humidity levels should remain moderate, helping ease outdoor discomfort for fall events and activities.
Showers And A Cold Front Early Next Week
The weather pattern shifts late Sunday into Monday as a cold front moves into northern Missouri, bringing the region’s first chance of rain in more than a week. Rain chances will rise to 30–40% Monday night into Tuesday, especially along the I-35 and I-70 corridors, including Kansas City, St. Joseph, and Warrensburg.
Showers could impact the Monday evening commute and continue into Tuesday morning, though widespread severe weather is not expected.
Temperatures Drop After Rain
Highs that pushed near 90°F this week will tumble back into the 70s by Tuesday, with mid-70s expected Wednesday. Cooler mornings are also likely, giving the area a more seasonal October feel.
Residents planning outdoor activities or events this weekend are encouraged to secure tents, decorations, and loose objects ahead of gusty winds. Gardeners should delay planting sensitive fall crops until after the cooler spell passes.
Five-Day Forecast For Kansas City
- Friday: High 89, sunny, warm with breezy south winds.
- Saturday: High 86, sunny and near record warmth with gusty winds.
- Sunday: High 86, mostly sunny, staying warm.
- Monday: High 82, partly sunny with showers developing late.
- Tuesday: High 77, scattered showers early, cooler afternoon.
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