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What to expect as Kansas City’s Labor Day weekend forecast comes into focus

Rain showers were spreading across areas west and southwest of Kansas City, according to the National Weather Service. While the storm system may push clouds and some light rain toward the metro, any sprinkles should be brief and light.
Rain showers were spreading across areas west and southwest of Kansas City, according to the National Weather Service. While the storm system may push clouds and some light rain toward the metro, any sprinkles should be brief and light. National Weather Service in Kansas City

A few showers may skirt Kansas City on Thursday, but most of the region should stay dry and comfortable, just in time for the start of Labor Day weekend.

A storm system from the west is pushing clouds and some rain toward the metro, but the heaviest rainfall will likely remain west and southwest of Kansas City, the National Weather Service said.

“Kansas City may only see a few hundredths of an inch of rain to maybe one-tenth of an inch of rain,” the weather service said in its forecast discussion. “The current trend is for much of central and northern Missouri to miss out on the rainfall outside of a few isolated sprinkles.”

While the day will start cloudy, skies are expected to become mostly sunny.

Temperatures will continue to be cooler than average, reaching the upper 70s — well below the 85 degrees that is typical for this time of year.

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Labor Day weekend forecast

Heading into the long holiday weekend, the mild temperatures are expected to continue.

For those planning outdoor activities this Labor Day weekend, expect comfortable temperatures and only a slight chance of rain.

“Temperatures are expected to stay mild, with highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s,” the weather service said.

If storms do develop, the best chance for rain is west of U.S. 65, with about a 15-25% chance. Most areas will stay dry.

Nearly perfect weather is on tap for Kansas City to enjoy the last long weekend of summer.

Robert A. Cronkleton
The Kansas City Star
Robert A. Cronkleton is a breaking news reporter for The Kansas City Star, covering crime, courts, transportation, weather and climate. He’s been at The Star for 36 years. His skills include multimedia and data reporting and video and audio editing. Support my work with a digital subscription
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