News Summary
Kansas City is preparing for a weekend of unpredictable weather as scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected to begin on Friday. While severe weather is not forecasted, residents should be ready for localized heavy downpours, especially south and east of Interstate 35. As temperatures reach around 81 degrees on Friday, the weekend will see a rise in temperatures with oppressive humidity and a return of thunderstorms by Sunday. Looking into next week, Kansas City may face its first significant heat wave and storms are likely on Monday into Tuesday.
Kansas City is bracing for a weekend of unsettled weather as scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are forecasted to roll in on Friday. Although severe weather is not expected, residents should prepare for localized heavy downpours, particularly in areas situated south and east of Interstate 35.
The current weather conditions are being influenced by a slow-moving weather system along Interstate 44 in southern Missouri, resulting in a damp climate for the Kansas City area. Expect Friday’s temperatures to reach around 81 degrees, a slight dip below the seasonal average of 84 degrees.
As the weekend progresses, the weather will begin to shift. On Saturday, mostly sunny skies are predicted, allowing temperatures to rise into the upper 80s. However, high dew point values, ranging from the upper 60s to low 70s, will contribute to what feels like oppressive heat throughout the day. A chance of widely scattered showers and thunderstorms is forecasted to return on Sunday, with the potential for heavy downpours once again, keeping temperatures in the upper 80s.
The unsettled weather conditions are anticipated to extend into the following week. While Monday may start quietly, there is a 25-35% chance of storms developing later in the day, with models suggesting that rain is likely. Strong to possibly severe storms, accompanied by heavy rainfall, are expected to move in late Monday night into Tuesday, increasing the risk of flooding in the region. This pattern will continue, with temperatures on Monday and Tuesday expected to reach around 90 degrees.
Looking ahead, another round of strong to severe storms is anticipated for Wednesday, alongside additional heavy rainfall. As the week progresses, Kansas City residents should prepare for the first significant heat wave of the season, likely arriving late next week and lasting into the weekend.
Before the weekend kicks off, clouds will likely begin to thin out Friday evening, although occasional showers are expected mainly southeast of the metro area. Overnight temperatures on Friday are forecasted to drop to the mid-60s, providing a brief reprieve before the heat returns.
Saturday’s maximum high is projected to reach the upper 80s, with heat index values creeping into the lower 90s due to the humidity. As Father’s Day approaches, isolated thunderstorms may occur later in the afternoons and evenings, further complicating outdoor plans.
Throughout the week, daytime highs are expected to remain above normal, stabilized in the upper 80s and reaching near 90 degrees. Interestingly, the area has yet to experience its first 90-degree day of the season, which typically occurs around May 27, reflecting the unusually cool weather leading into mid-June.
In summary, Kansas City is set for a weekend marked by scattered showers and thunderstorms emerging Friday, mainly affecting areas south and east of Interstate 35. As temperatures fluctuate between the 80s and 90s in the coming days, residents should remain vigilant for the potential of severe weather, especially on Monday into Tuesday.
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- KMBC: Kansas City Weather Weekend Forecast
- Wikipedia: Kansas City
- Kansas City Star: Weather News
- Google Search: Kansas City Weather
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- Google Scholar: Kansas City Weather
- Kansas City Star: Weather Update
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Kansas City
- KMBC: June 8 Severe Weather Alert
- Google News: Kansas City Severe Weather
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