Kansas City Weather Forecast
Kansas City weather: 73°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Kansas City?
No - rain is unlikely in Kansas City today.
A 16% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,3 in of precipitation is forecast.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,3 in against a typical 0,7 in).
16-day forecast for Kansas City
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 92° / 67° | 16% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 89° / 69° | 14% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 64° | 10% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 89° / 66° | 38% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 70° | 15% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 91° / 71° | 16% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 91° / 70° | 3% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 68° | 17% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 109° / 69° | 14% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 111° / 84° | 20% · 0,0 in | 17 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 110° / 77° | 23% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 110° / 86° | 20% | 15 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 110° / 88° | 20% | 15 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 111° / 88° | 23% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 112° / 82° | 24% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 112° / 81° | 30% | 12 mph | 7 |
What this means for Kansas City
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is 5.4°F above the 87°F typical for this month.
A 16% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 86°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kansas City?
Kansas City is a city in Missouri. Its coordinates are 39.0997, -94.5786. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Kansas City right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 82% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kansas City?
August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Kansas City, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kansas City in?
Kansas City observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 10:01 PM.
How many people live in Kansas City?
Kansas City has a population of approximately 510.000.
What are the top things to do in Kansas City?
Popular options include Gateway Arch National Park.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 10:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
