National Weather Service United States Department of Commerce

Record-high temperatures are expected today, with highs surging into the low to mid 90s for the KC area. Showers and storms develop along and behind a cold front moving south through the area. A few strong storms are possible. Elevated fire-weather conditions are expected today and Friday due to low humidity and strong winds.
Showers and storms are expected to develop along and behind a cold front later today & tonight. The most likely timing for any strong storms is between 7 PM and 1 AM Fri. Hail to the size of a quarter and 60 mph winds are possible with the strongest storms.