Weather Kansas City: Flash Floods Tonight, Scorching Heat Next Week

July 17, 2025: A flash flood warning is in effect for much of the Kansas City metro area until 4:45 a.m. Thursday, as powerful storms continue to roll through the region. According to the National Weather Service, 1 to 3 inches of rain have already fallen, with an additional 0.5 to 2 inches expected overnight. The weather Kansas City is facing tonight is especially hazardous, with the heaviest rainfall anticipated between midnight and 7 a.m., posing a threat to the Thursday morning commute.

Scattered thunderstorms and steady rain will persist into the early morning hours, with conditions gradually improving by late morning. Thursday will bring cooler temperatures, with highs near 79°F. While showers may linger into midday, the afternoon should see clearing skies.

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However, the break from the heat will be short-lived. By the weekend, temperatures are set to soar again, with highs in the mid-90s and potentially reaching 100°F by midweek.