Today is expected to be an active day for Mother Nature. A cold front is moving through Missouri bringing with it potentially severe weather.
Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop. It could produce quarter-size hail, 60 mile-per-hour winds, and an isolated tornado in parts of western and northwestern Missouri. The region could also get snow overnight with little to no accumulation expected.
Strong to severe storms will develop as a cold front moves through later today. Quarter-size hail, 60 mph winds, and an isolated tornado are possible. Lastly, snow may mix in overnight, with little to no accumulation expected. pic.twitter.com/jorEkY7LU5
— NWS Kansas City (@NWSKansasCity) March 25, 2024
Southern and southwest Missouri could see heavy rain. The National Weather Service in Springfield is predicting that the area between Springfield, Rolla, and West Plains could see up to 3 inches of rain, with the potential for localized flooding.
A widespread area of rain is likely today with areas east of Springfield seeing localized 2-3 inches by this evening. Areas west of Springfield will see significantly less. #sgf #mowx #kswx #ozarkswx #midmowx pic.twitter.com/muIp6iG67Z
— NWS Springfield (@NWSSpringfield) March 25, 2024
Cold air will linger after the cold front moves through the Show Me State. Overnight lows across central and northern Missouri could get below freezing with many areas expected to see a hard freeze on Tuesday night. Additionally, areas of frost and a freeze are predicted for Wednesday night.
Colder air returns on Tuesday 🙴 freezing low temps will be the result. Many areas will see a hard freeze Tues night. Areas of frost 🙴 a freeze are on tap for Wed night. Be aware if you have any early blooming plants. pic.twitter.com/IMI43pX3Wa
— NWS St. Louis (@NWSStLouis) March 25, 2024
Most of the state is under a wind advisory through 7 p.m. Winds from the southeast could blow between 20 and 30 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph possible. The winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down, which could result in a few power outages.
Check local weather reports before hitting the road.
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