Hot, humid conditions expected on Labor Day in Kansas City. Here’s when rain returns
Weather conditions will be hot in the Kansas City area on Labor Day as strong southerly winds will draw unseasonably warm air into the region sending temperatures soaring 10 to 15 degrees above normal, according to the National Weather Service.
Temperatures are expected to be in the mid- to upper 90s this afternoon in the metro with heat index values as high as 100 degrees. Typically, temperatures are in the lower 80s this time of year in Kansas City.
Mostly sunny skies are awaiting those planning their last big gathering this holiday weekend, which traditionally marks the end of summer.
Unseasonably hot temperatures are expected to continue into Tuesday. Humidity will also be building back into the region, sending heat index values over 100 degrees.
Rain showers and thunderstorms are expected to return Tuesday. The storm activity is not expected to be widespread and any rain that falls is expected to be light, the weather service said. Severe weather is not expected.
Storms are likely to develop early Tuesday and then redevelop in the afternoon, which could create gusty winds.
There are additional chances for rain on Wednesday and early Thursday morning.
Cooler air is expected to move into the area on Wednesday, leading to more seasonable temperatures on Wednesday and Thursday
