Tracking thunderstorms this morning: drying out this afternoon

Widespread rainfall and thunderstorms began this morning and are expected to taper off later in the morning. Storms still have the potential to produce heavy rain, gusty winds, and sizable hail. Conditions will dry out by the mid-morning, and southerly winds will sustain between 15 and 25 mph. These winds will help keep temperatures warm this afternoon, with highs reaching the mid-80s.

Tonight, there's another chance for isolated thunderstorms, mainly in far northern Missouri and southeast Nebraska. These storms could produce sizable hail and damaging winds.

Tomorrow morning will remain dry. Showers and thunderstorms are possible in the evening, with cooler temperatures expected. Afternoon highs will be in the upper 60s. Stronger storms are possible southeast of the Kansas City metro area.