Extreme Fire Weather Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms from the Plains to Mississippi Valley

Extremely critical fire weather concerns for portions of the southern High Plans as strong wind and very dry conditions could result in rapid spread of any fires. Meanwhile, severe thunderstorms are expected once again across areas of the Central and Southern Plains, then spreading in the Mississippi Valley regions on Monday. Damaging winds, very large hail and strong tornadoes are possible. Read More >

Springfield weather observations began downtown in 1879. They were taken there through the end of 1947, and from 1948 onward, have originated at Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport. Click here for a detailed history of observing sites. Normals are based on the 30-year period from 1991-2020.