KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Get ready for a stormy end to the workweek. Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop Friday afternoon and evening as a cold front moves through the Kansas City area, bringing the potential for damaging wind gusts and heavy downpours.
Friday: Storm threat ramps up after midday
A few spotty showers may pop up by late morning, but the main threat arrives after 2 p.m., when stronger storms are likely to develop. Some of these storms could turn severe, with gusty winds being the primary concern. While the chance of a tornado is very low, it’s not entirely off the table.
It’s going to be another hot and humid day, with highs reaching around 91°F (33°C) and a heat index near 100°F (38°C). Winds will be out of the south at 10 to 20 mph, helping feed the unstable atmosphere.
Tonight: Warm and muggy with a few showers possible
Skies will continue to cloud up overnight, and it’ll stay warm and humid through the early morning hours. There’s a slight chance for a shower or thunderstorm, especially in eastern Kansas and northwest Missouri.
Lows will only dip to around 75°F (24°C) with southerly winds continuing at 10 to 20 mph.
Saturday: Cooler, but still sticky
Saturday brings a bit of a break from the intense heat. A lingering morning shower is possible, but most of the day will be mostly cloudy with lower storm chances. Highs will top out near 84°F (29°C), but humidity will keep things feeling muggy. Winds will remain steady out of the south.
Early next week: Heat returns ahead of another cold front
Looking ahead, temperatures climb back to around 90°F (32°C) early next week before another strong cold front arrives, possibly setting the stage for more storms by midweek.
Stay updated with the latest forecast from the KSHB 41 Weather Team, and keep an eye on the interactive radar as storm chances increase.
