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Kansas City Braces for Extreme Cold Temperatures

Kansas City residents navigating through a snowy winter afternoon.

News Summary

As Kansas City prepares for an arctic blast, residents are advised to brace for the coldest temperatures of the season. With daytime highs struggling to reach 15 degrees, and wind chills plummeting to dangerous levels, locals are reminded to stay warm and check on neighbors in need. A brief warm-up is expected mid-week, but a cold front will bring frigid conditions again just in time for the NFL playoff weekend. January 15, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, will bring more chilling temperatures, continuing the winter trend.

Kansas City Prepares for a Bitter Cold Blast

Hey there, Kansas City! If you think it’s chilly now with current temperatures hovering around 14 degrees, brace yourselves because an arctic blast is on the way that’s set to bring the season’s lowest temperatures to our beloved city!

What to Expect This Week

As we kick off Wednesday, expect the cold to linger with temperatures remaining below freezing for most of the day. In the Kansas City metro area, we can anticipate a high around 31 degrees, which is noticeably below the average temp of 38 degrees for this time of the year. So, if you don’t have your cozy winter coat out, now is the time to dig it out of the closet!

Good news though! As the week progresses, there’s a hint of warmth in the air. By Thursday, temperatures are projected to rise to a more comfortable 38 degrees and then peak at 42 degrees on Friday. If you live south of U.S. 50, you may even enjoy some temperatures dancing in the 50s! So, mark your calendars because Friday may just be the perfect day for a little outdoor fun before the chill returns.

The Cold Front Hits

Now, don’t let your guard down just yet. A cold front is set to sweep through Friday night, bringing on even chillier weather just in time for the weekend. On Saturday, you’ll want to bundle up tight! Temperatures will be warmest shortly after midnight, reaching up to a frosty 24 degrees right around kickoff for the AFC playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium. Just remember, with a wind chill plummeting to 12 degrees, fans will definitely need to layer up!

Get Ready for the Coldest Days

The real chill sets in come Sunday, where daytime temperatures are forecasted to hang around a bone-chilling 15 degrees. Overnight lows? Well, you might want to grab your heat blanket because we’re looking at a drop below zero at -1 degree. To make things even frostier, on Monday and Tuesday nights, the wind chill could dip to an eye-watering 15 degrees below zero. If you’ve got any outdoor plans, you might want to rethink those!

January 15, which is also Martin Luther King Jr. Day, will not spare us from the cold either. Expect temperatures near 14 degrees during the day, and dropping down to a chilling -3 degrees overnight. Highs won’t even climb much above the upper teens on Tuesday, so it’s safe to say we all need to wrap up warm!

Weather Outlook

As we look forward to the week of January 22-28, we might see below-average temperatures combined with above-normal precipitation. It’s obviously a winter wonderland we’re living in, as Kansas City has been experiencing one of the snowiest January starts in history, with at least 10 days of snow on the ground already!

So, Kansas City, stay warm out there! Whether you’re heading out for errands or staying cozy inside, it’s a great time to savor those warm drinks and snuggle up under blankets. And remember to check in on your neighbors, especially those who might need a little extra help during this cold spell. Stay warm!