Saturday is shaping up to be a chilly day with high temperatures hovering around 25 degrees. Residents should be aware of the potential for light freezing drizzle, which could create some icy patches throughout the day. Wind chills, especially on Sunday, are predicted to plummet to negative temperatures, making it essential to dress warmly if heading outdoors.
Conditions will be less than ideal for outdoor activities such as soccer, as multiple layers will be necessary to stay comfortable. A notable weather pattern has developed this December, with much of the northern regions, including parts of Iowa and Illinois, experiencing accumulating snow. Kansas City has seen only a few snow events thus far, with last week being the only significant snowstorm this month.
The current cloudy sky brings a slight chance of light freezing drizzle today. The expected moisture conditions indicate that while the possibility of snow remains minimal, super-cooled water droplets could fall from the clouds and freeze on contact, though the likelihood of this happening is quite low. Nevertheless, it should not deter anyone’s plans for the day, as significant winter driving hazards are not anticipated.
As for Sunday, temperatures are expected to drop even further, with single-digit readings and wind chill values dipping below zero. Northern Missouri could feel temperatures as low as negative ten degrees. Those in the metropolitan area will experience wind chills below zero in the morning. Although it will be a cold day, sunshine in the afternoon will provide some relief, albeit with expected high temperatures only reaching 22 degrees.
Looking ahead into next week, a warm-up is on the horizon, with temperatures on Monday projected to reach around 45 degrees, signaling a significant warming trend. Midweek could bring highs in the 50s, even approaching 60 degrees by Wednesday. This shift promises a welcome break from the current cold snap just in time for the holiday season, adding hope for a milder Christmas week.
However, for those tailgating on Sunday morning, conditions will still be quite harsh with temperatures just eight degrees at game time, coupled with wind chills dropping as low as negative three. Anticipating temperatures around 17 degrees at kickoff, fans should dress warmly, especially those supporting the Chargers, as they prepare for a brisk game in the elements.