Tracking a damp evening and a hot week ahead
A weather system originating from Nebraska has been able to tap into the energy and moisture over northwest Missouri and northeast Kansas, resulting in an extended band of showers that brought a soggy start to our Sunday. This line of showers currently stretches from Manhattan, Kansas, across much of Missouri.
As of early Sunday afternoon, St. Joseph has received approximately 0.75 inches of rain. There remains a chance for additional rain tonight as the line of storms continues to graze the southern edge of Buchanan County, although it appears most of the activity will track just south of Highway 36.
Areas south of Highway 36 in Buchanan County are under a Level 1 out of 5 risk for pockets of heavy rainfall and the potential for localized (areal) flooding. However, the overall severe storm risk remains very low at this time.
Overnight, temperatures are expected to stay in the 70s, offering little relief from the heat. Lingering moisture and scattered rain chances are expected to continue through the late morning hours on Monday.
Despite the increased cloud cover, heat remains the primary concern. A Heat Advisory has been issued for the entire viewing area beginning Monday at noon and lasting into Monday night, with heat index values projected to reach near 106°F.
Looking ahead, an Extreme Heat Watch is in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Thursday night, with continued dangerously hot conditions and heat index values expected to stay in the triple digits.
Safety Tips:
- Stay hydrated — drink plenty of water throughout the day.
- Limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours.
- Check in on the elderly, vulnerable neighbors, friends, and pets.
- Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles.
This upcoming stretch of heat will be intense and potentially dangerous, so please take precautions.
Stay tuned to your Storm Tracker team for the latest weather updates and alerts.
