What severe weather is expected in the Kansas City area?

Current Severe Weather Alert

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Kansas City area that remains in effect until 4 a.m. Monday. The watch covers much of the metro along with areas stretching from north of St. Joseph south to Henry County and west into eastern Kansas. A tornado warning is also active for Caldwell and Clinton Counties in Missouri until 4:30 a.m.

Expected Hazards

The main concern overnight is heavy rain and potential flooding. Some areas could accumulate around an inch or more of rain, significantly increasing the risk for localized flooding. In addition to flooding threats, a few stronger storms could still produce gusty winds and quarter-sized hail. The tornado risk is described as very low, with other hazards being the primary concern.

Storm Development and Timeline

Storms will remain hit-and-miss throughout the overnight hours, developing in pockets rather than as a single organized line. By early Monday morning, storms may still be ongoing, which could slow the commute with wet roads and reduced visibility. The best chance for stronger storms later in the day appears to shift east of the Kansas City metro. Conditions are expected to improve by midday Monday, with drier weather moving in.

Monday Outlook

Severe weather is expected to continue through at least 8 a.m. Monday morning. After the storms push out, the rest of the week will be quiet overall with low chances of rain. Cooler temperatures are expected to follow through the middle of the week, with highs in the 60s and lows in the 40s becoming the general trend.