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Up to 3 inches of rain possible in the next 48 hours

and last updated 2021-05-18 23:55:12-04

WEATHER HEADLINES

  • Rain and a few heavy thunderstorms are likely in the next three days
  • Flooding and lightning are the main risks
  • It will dry out and heat up this weekend

KANSAS CITY'S FORECAST

Tonight: Periods of rain and thunderstorm becoming likely later tonight. The severe weather risk is low. There will be some dangerous lightning and possible flooding. Wind: SE 5-10 mph. Low: 64°

Wednesday: Periods of rain and thunderstorms during the day. Some very heavy downpours possible. Flash flooding is the main threat. Monitor local streams and creeks for flooding potential. Wind: S-SE 10-20 mph. High: 75°

Thursday: More rounds of rain and storms possible. Flash flooding continues to be the main threat. Continue to watch the streams and creeks for flooding potential. Wind: S 15-20 mph. Low: 65° High: 75°

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