Storm system may trigger downpours as hot, humid weather grips Kansas City area
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- Storm system could trigger heavy rains and localized flooding in Kansas City.
- Heat advisory remains active through Thursday with highs near mid-90s and high humidity.
- Elevated nighttime temperatures may hinder recovery from the prolonged heat.
A messy weather system that is moving east from Kansas to Missouri could bring more heavy rain and thunderstorms to the Kansas City area on Tuesday, the National Weather Service said.
The weather service said it is “keeping a close eye” on the system, which could serve as a trigger for additional storms in what is a very saturated environment over the region.
“Anything that develops would be capable of producing heavy rainfall,” the weather service said in its forecast discussion.
The heavy rains could lead to localized flooding, particularly in areas that have received rain over the past few days.
There is potential for additional heavy rainfall late in the week as a slow-moving cold front approaches the area.
Hot, humid weather in KC metro
Hot and humid weather is expected to continue in the metro through Thursday, with temperatures expected to climb into the mid-90s and heat index values ranging from 100 to 105 degrees, according to the weather service.
Dew point values, a measure of the moisture in the air, are expected to be in the mid-70s on Tuesday. Generally, when dew point values climb into the 70s, the heat becomes a nuisance and feels oppressive.
The weather service has issued a heat advisory for Kansas City and its surrounding areas, including east-central and northeast Kansas, as well as central, north-central, northeast, northwest, and west-central Missouri.
The advisory is in effect from noon Tuesday until 7 p.m. Thursday.
“Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors,” the weather service said in the advisory.
Daytime temperatures in Kansas City typically are around 89 degrees this time of year. Overnight temperatures average around 68 degrees.
Elevated overnight temperatures
The Kansas City area will not experience significant relief from the heat and humidity overnight, as temperatures are expected to remain in the upper 70s, according to the weather service.
“Overnight lows warmer than the mid-70s can make overnight recovery (body temperature) more difficult, exacerbating subsequent/prolonged periods of hot/excessive temperatures,” the weather service said.
The weather service advised people to check on family, friends, and neighbors who may not have access to air conditioning or other means of staying cool during hot weather.
This story was originally published July 22, 2025 at 7:34 AM.
