Springfield, MO – Southwest Missouri is experiencing another stretch of unseasonably warm fall weather, with temperatures running far above mid-November norms ahead of a developing rain chance on Sunday. Forecasters say residents should use the warm, calm conditions today and Saturday before more unsettled weather moves in by the second half of the weekend.
Mild Fall Pattern Across the Ozarks
Early Friday brought a soft, mild breeze across the Ozarks and a thin layer of moisture on Springfield roadways. Leaves drifted across fields as southerly winds began strengthening, setting the stage for a warm push of air extending into Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, those south winds will continue to pick up through the afternoon and may cause brief crosswind issues on Highway 65, I-44, and other exposed roadways. With the region remaining rain-free today, officials recommend using the quiet stretch for leaf cleanup, outdoor projects, or early holiday preparation ahead of changing conditions late in the weekend.
Weekend Forecast: Warm Temperatures With Sunday Showers
Forecasters report that warm air continues to surge into southwest Missouri today and Saturday, driving temperatures well above normal. The mild weather holds through early Sunday before a moisture increase brings building clouds and scattered showers around midday.
Light rain may slow travel for families beginning early Thanksgiving trips, especially around Springfield and along major corridors such as I-44 and Highway 60. Although rainfall amounts appear light, visibility and wet pavement may briefly impact travel…