Frost possible this weekend as temperatures drop sharply

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 13:02 · Archive

A sharp cooldown will bring the first frost of the season this weekend across the central US, with temperatures dropping into the 30s and 40s.

A sharp cold front has cleared through the region, bringing significantly cooler conditions on Friday. Highs will reach only the lower to mid-50s, with strong northwest winds gusting 30-40 mph throughout the day, creating windchills that feel even colder. Clouds will increase during the day, though conditions should calm somewhat by evening.

Frost is possible Friday night in northern areas, with Saturday morning expected to bring the first frost of the season across much of the region. Some areas in northern Missouri and the Ozarks may see temperatures drop below freezing. Saturday will remain chilly with morning temperatures in the upper 30s to lower 50s and afternoon highs in the mid to upper 50s, though wind conditions will be lighter and sunshine abundant.

Conditions will warm gradually through the weekend. Sunday is forecast to be the warmest day, with morning lows in the upper 30s rising to the mid-60s in the afternoon. A warming trend is expected to continue into next week, with some forecasts suggesting at least a week of dry conditions ahead.

How it is being reported

• FIRST ALERT WEATHER: A COLDER Friday!A few sprinkles are possible Friday.KY3 · 16 Oct, 12:36
• Significantly cooler Friday, first frost possible tonightLayer up today! Highs will only reach the lower 50s, with increasing clouds and 30–40 mph wind gusts. Evening winds will calm down, but you will still need extra layers for your plans.KCTV5 · 16 Oct, 12:02

In this story: Kansas City · Missouri · Arkansas · Ozarks

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