Tie down outdoor belongings. Strong winds to whip through KC while severe storms loom
The National Weather Service said people may want to tie down any outdoor furniture or other belongings that can blow away as strong winds are expected to whip across the Kansas City area on Tuesday.
The weather service said strong, southerly winds of sustained speeds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected across the Kansas City forecast area.
A wind advisory is in effect for parts of Kansas and Missouri, including Kansas City, from 9 a.m. Tuesday to 7 a.m. Wednesday.
“Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects,” the weather service said. “Tree limbs could be blown down, and a few power outages may result.”
The windy weather could make driving difficult, especially for those in high-profile vehicles like trucks and vans.
“Use extra caution,” the weather service said.
The windy conditions have also elevated concerns that any fires could spread rapidly.
Independence has issued a burn ban that remains in effect until 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Record warmth possible in Kansas City area
Summer-like weather will continue as temperatures will be roughly 20 degrees above average this time of year.
Overnight temperatures fell only into the lower 70s. By 7 a.m., temps had fallen to 72 degrees at Kansas City International Airport, which could set a record. The warmest low temperature at KCI for Oct. 29 is 69 degrees, set in 1946, according to the weather service.
Wednesday afternoon, temperatures are expected to reach around 80 degrees. This time of year, Kansas City typically experiences a high of 62 degrees and a low of 41 degrees.
Strong to severe storms in weather forecast
A cold front is expected to work its way through the Kansas City region on Wednesday, bringing the chance for widespread rain.
The weather service said thunderstorms are expected near the cold front. Some of the storms could be severe, bringing the threat of damaging winds and large hail.
The potential timing for the storms is between 3 and 6 p.m. for the St. Joseph area and parts of Kansas City’s Northland and 6 and 9 p.m. for the southern part of the metro area.
The weather service’s Storm Prediction Center has placed Kansas City at a slight risk of severe weather. In the stronger storms, there is a low chance of tornadoes developing, with parts of Kansas and Oklahoma at a greater risk.
According to the Storm Prediction Center, the Kansas City area is at a 2% risk of a tornado.
Up to two inches of rain is possible, with some areas seeing higher amounts. The weather service said the heaviest rain is expected across northwest Missouri.
Halloween forecast not so spooky
Cooler, drier air is expected to filter into the area after the cold front moves through the area.
The skies will be mostly sunny, with afternoon temperatures expected to be in the upper 50s. However, the weather service said the weather may be a little on the chilly side for Halloween.
Slightly warmer weather is expected to end the workweek. The weather service said rain chances return Saturday into Sunday. The weather pattern continues to be active, with multiple rain chances early next week.
This story was originally published October 29, 2024 at 7:38 AM.
