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The high heat will last through Saturday, then a cold front

Late-night weather update: Aug. 24, 2021
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WEATHER HEADLINES

  • A prolonged stretch of very hot temperatures expected all week; Likely our second official heat wave of the summer
  • A few thunderstorms are possible later tonight along the Iowa border
  • Our next cold front and widespread chance of rain arrives Sunday-Monday

KANSAS CITY'S FORECAST

Tonight: Mostly clear, staying warm and muggy. A few thunderstorms are possible near the Iowa border. Wind: S 5-15 mph. Low: 77°

Wednesday: More of the same heat and humidity. A few thunderstorms are possible in northern Missouri early in the day. Wind: S 5-15 mph. High: 95° Heat Index: 102-108°

Thursday: Sunshine and staying very hot and humid. Wind: S 10-15 mph. Low: 76° High: 96° Heat Index: 101-108°

Friday: More sun and heat, but more of a breeze. Wind: S 10-25 mph. Low: 77° High: 96° Heat Index: 101-108°

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