Missouri Labor Day Forecast: Wet Weather Returns by Monday, Cooler Nights Ahead
SPRINGFIELD, Missouri — After a warm and dry start to the holiday weekend, Labor Day Monday will bring a return of wet weather across parts of Missouri, forecasters say.
Dry Start to the Weekend
The National Weather Service in Springfield reported that scattered showers will stay limited on Sunday, mostly in far western Missouri and southeast Kansas. Rain chances range from 20–50%, leaving much of the state dry for outdoor events.
Rain Moves in on Labor Day
On Monday, conditions shift as rain chances increase to 30–60% across southwest Missouri, including Springfield, Branson, and Joplin. Showers could affect afternoon cookouts, lake trips, and return travel, with motorists advised to expect wet roads during peak hours.
Seasonable Temperatures and Cooler Nights
Despite the unsettled skies, temperatures will remain seasonable:
- Highs in the upper 70s to mid-80s
- Overnight lows in the low to mid-60s
- Light southeast winds at 5–10 mph
The cooler nights will offer some relief after a humid stretch, setting the stage for a more comfortable start to September.
Travel Tips for the Holiday
Forecasters advise keeping an umbrella handy and allowing extra time for travel if showers develop Monday afternoon and evening. More detailed updates are expected as rain chances sharpen closer to the holiday.
Missouri’s Labor Day weekend 2025 will be a tale of two halves — dry and sunny early on, then wetter by Monday, with cooler nights offering a hint of the fall weather to come.
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