Severe Storms and Heavy Rain Forecast for Easter Weekend

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 8:06 AM

By Scott McCaulley @smcckc

Another round of heavy rain with possible severe thunderstorms is in the forecast for the Easter Weekend.

The weather pattern begins today with wind gusts expected from 30-35 MPH. The wind is bringing in warm air with highs today and Friday expected to be around 80.

Showers and thunderstorms are expected to start late Friday afternoon into the evening with a slight risk of severe storms going into Saturday. Heavy rain is expected at times as the storms move through the region with up to two inches possible with isolated higher amounts possible.

Rain is expected to end late Sunday night.

WAYS TO LISTEN

More from Local News

Rainy Day Before a Cool, Dry Weekend

After a day off from the rain for most, precipitation chances pick back up today as another front will bring another round of showers.
Missouri teen swipes first state record fish of 2025

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) congratulates Riley Isaacs of Bradleyville for becoming the latest state record holder for redear sunfish. The 17-year-old was bowfishing at Lake Taneycomo April 18 when he shot a 2-pound, 3-ounce fish. The previous record under alternative methods was a 2-pound, 2-ounce fish also caught from Lake Taneycomo in 2022.
Hollister Schools Foundation donates $4,000 for Therapy Dog

The Hollister Schools Foundation has presented a $4,000 check to the Hollister R-V School District, funds raised during last spring’s "Coins for a Cause" fundraiser. The generous donation will be used to help purchase two therapy dogs for the district, set to debut at the start of the 2025-2026 school year. The check was presented to Superintendent Dr. Brian Wilson and Assistant Superintendent of District Operations, Dr. Sean Woods, by foundation board members Katie Adams, Ryan Gdovin, and Denise Olmstead.
The Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama to Celebrate 65th Anniversary on May 10th

BRANSON, MO (April 17, 2025) – In 2025, the Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama celebrates 65 years of bringing the historic performance to over 8 million attendees. This milestone marks the show as the oldest outdoor drama in the state of Missouri, as well as maintaining its title as the original show in Branson.
A Brief Rain Break as Storm Recovery Continues

A break for most from the showers and thunderstorms today before another round moves through tonight and Friday.