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Active Pattern Ahead, Warming Temperatures

Strong/Severe Storms Tonight

Strong/Severe Storms Friday Afternoon/Evening

Severe Outlook Ahead

There are several chances for strong/severe storms to impact the forecast area, beginning tonight and lasting through next Tuesday. Temperatures are expected to warm through the period, with forecast temperatures anticipated to reach the mid 80s/low 90s starting Friday. However, with the potential for storms through the period, warming could be limited during the day.

There is a marginal (Level 1 out of 5) risk for strong/severe storms tonight, with greater confidence in coverage north of I-70 and along/east of the US-65 corridor. Damaging wind and large hail would be the primary hazards with any storms that are able to develop.

There is a Slight (Level 2 out of 5) risk for severe weather tomorrow, primarily north of the I-435 corridor across north/northwestern Missouri and northern Kansas. Greater confidence in the development of severe weather would be during the evening, primarily after sunset, but there is a lower probability (15-20%) to see isolated storms develop during the afternoon. If isolated storms can develop, large hail and damaging winds would be the primary threats. Otherwise, with a greater cluster of storms from the west, damaging wind would be the primary threat.

Looking ahead, continuous potential for severe weather exists over the weekend into early next week with continued opportunities for warm/humid conditions during the day.