From fantastic to freezing - First Warn for chilly change ahead

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) — Enjoy the sunshine and near-70° warmth Tuesday; a sharp cooldown is on the way, with Kansas City’s first freeze expected Friday morning.

Tuesday: A Terrific Day!

• Patchy morning fog is possible, with temperatures starting in the chilly 40s.
• We warm quickly with abundant sunshine and very light southeast winds
• We top out in the upper 60s, which is 10-15° above normal and more typical of late April
• A fantastic day to be out and about!

Wednesday: Still Mild, But Changes Begin

• Highs still hit the mid-60s, but our first of several fronts will kick up the wind
• Expect a breezy day with northwest winds gusting up to 30 mph
• Mostly sunny skies & mild weather make for one more generally comfortable day

Thursday: Temperatures Crash

• A potent front knocks us down 15-20°
• Highs hit the upper 40s
• A steady northwest wind adds to the chill
• Mostly sunny

First Warn: Freezing Friday Morning

• A First Warn is in place for the season’s first freeze for Kansas City Friday morning, with lows around 31 degrees.
• Prepare for freezing temperatures by disconnecting hoses and covering or bringing in any plants still outside that you want to protect from the cold.
• Friday afternoon remains chilly, with highs in the lower 40s

Weekend: Wintry Chill Remains

• Saturday morning brings another freeze, with lows in the 20s across the KCTV5 area—sunshine returns, with highs in the mid-40s.
• Sunday stays in the upper 40s with more clouds and a 30% chance of a few spotty & light showers.

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