NBC Action Communities

Jeremy--just wanted to give you an update in at Berryton, KS--we had light flurries but now it is a light snow but there shouldn't be any accumulation.  Thanks, Michaell/Berryton/Topeka

****************

Thanks for the update! 

Jeremy

thanks for the info jeff....

where do tulips/hyacinth fall in your list? perennials i assume? i was just curious since they were bulbs if they were treated differently.  my roses just started coming out of their slumber, im not normally concerned about them because i know they dont have a hard time until you get down to about 21-22 or lower...but they got hit really hard last spring, and the ones that lived never really recovered last year-the summer was too short.

...its amazing, i have had a rose garden for 3 springs now...and EVERY spring, i lose roses.  i never have a 100% survival.  the first one, i only had a 50% survival.  but last spring was the worst, i barely got any flowers all summer, and the ones i did get were about 1/3 the size of normal blooms.  

moving on, light flurries flying through the air right now...nothing like last night where we had a healthy burst of snow at about 2300.  the temp has actually dropped the past hour...

*****************

PVT...I think some 'healthy' snow showers will visit the area today.  No accumulation expected.

Jeremy

moderate snow falling...its beautiful...

however, i am ready for warmth, its been a long winter...and its obviously not over... ************** That snow area looks impressive. Wouldn't be surprised if some sticks on the edge of the grass or blows into the edge of the curb. Jeremy

Come on Royals! oh! Wait, isn't Jeremy a Twin fan? Well still, come on Royals!! :) ************** I wish I was at last night's game. Royals will probably win tonight. Jeremy

Tulips/Daffodils/Hyacinths won't be hurt by the frost/freeze at all.  If they are in full bloom (most aren't) then there bloom life may be shortened.  However, if it is just a bud everything will be just fine.

As far as the roses -- One key is to protect them during the winter and not to uncover them until after any chance of freeze --- I usually use 4/15 a s a general rule unless Gary or Jeremy gives a hint otherwise.  

When winter arrives --wait for a few hard freezes and then cover the entire plant with a  mound of 6 - 12" of soil or mulch.  I cut the bottoms off of 5 gallon nursery pots -- put over the plant -- and fill with mulch.  Then the key is to not take this mulch off until at least 4/15.  In the winter it protects the plant from the extreme cold and in the spring it moderates the temperature swings the bush goes through in our up and down springs.  This will dramatically help your rose survival rates.

thats a great idea for the roses jeff.  i sorta did something similar...i waited until after the first hard freeze then i went to the local home store and i bought mulch and pretty much buried the core of the roses.  i will do the pot thing this upcoming fall though.  my bulbs just popped out of the ground in the past week, so they are nowhere near maturity, so i think they should be fine...it seems like 4/15 is becoming consistently colder over the past few years.  i know it all averages out or whatever, but april is a tricky month in these parts...

what section are you in tonight, jeremy? i am in section 128...

WOW, yes it is NOT flurries, it is out and out SNOWING, absolutely amazing, It's beginning to look alot like Christmas...LOL

We just had a fairly heavy snow/sleet shower move through at I-29 and 152 with some minor accumulations on roof tops.  Most of it has already melted away.

just a question, last night someone on the blog said that the "new damage" survey concluded that the storm that hit St. Joe was an RFD, but I have not seen any change to the NWS thoughts on the Kansas City's NWS site, they still say tornado, and have its damage path.?

just a question, last night I hered it was snowing, wil it do it again????????????????Around noon-2? Byan.

It looks to be cold tomorrow for the parade in Lawrence.  We were going to go but not if it is in the 40s.  I experienced too many cold and windy days on the hill. as a student. :)

Kristi

Snowing in Olathe HURRAY SNOW

moderate snow in Tonganoxie.  About 40 min ago we were getting ice pellets.  Soooo cold.   Make it go away!!!!!

Very Heavy snow coming down in Olathe. accumlating now in grass and on sidewalks

Jeri,
I replied back to you on Brett's blog, but I thought I'd post it here for you as well.

I put a bunch of photos on flicker.  Here's the address
http://www.flickr.com/photos/momminatorkck

The ones I sent to the weather team are in the Storm 410 Folder

Please let me know what you think..

Stacy

Stacy

I'm in the process of putting 3 of the pictures together into one large photo.  Once I get that accomplished I SHOULD know what type of cloud formation I have..

its been snowing steadily all day here and we have had 0 accumulation, anywhere.  its been too windy.  the surface temp is still too warm also...

nick, i believe i was one of the people that mentioned it was a RFD.  it appears that my information may have been dated, or incorrect...here is a link:

http://www.crh.noaa.gov/crnews/display_story.php?wfo=eax&storyid=14100&source=0

regardless, there was certainly a little bit of damage done...

Here in the Fort Osage area it has been snowing on and off all day long.  Pretty heavily at times.  Very beautiful to watch.  The kids are definately excited.  My 11 year old is in the weather unit at his school right now and he is just spewing out random facts on snow, hail everything you can imagine.  Pretty neat.  He is fascinated and wants to be a weatherman when he grows up.  That would be too neat. ************ Have him study up on his math! We would love to have another Meteorologist in the area someday. Jeremy

Here in the Fort Osage area it has been snowing on and off all day long.  Pretty heavily at times.  Very beautiful to watch.  The kids are definately excited.  My 11 year old is in the weather unit at his school right now and he is just spewing out random facts on snow, hail everything you can imagine.  Pretty neat.  He is fascinated and wants to be a weatherman when he grows up.  That would be too neat.

Its amazing what 11 year olds can understand isn't it??  My oldest is 12 now, but he's been into weather for a number of years now.  He too wants to be a weatherman, and I think he's gonna be a great one, that lil stinker can read the models and radar better than I can.  He went to the spotter class with me earlier this month, so now every cloud we see, every storm that comes up.. our eyes are glued to either the skies or the  enormous amounts of data.

thanks Pvt. Murphy, just curious.  WOW this April snow is amazing. **************** I think it would actually be amazing if it warmed up sometime soon! Now that would be impressive! Jeremy

... payback for all those pathetic short winters;)

It has been snowing off and on here in Marceline

Alex

Stacy, I am at Providence right now. I will try to get in there and look at them. I glanced briefly and they look like awesome pics with some outflow.

Thanks Jeri, no rush..

My son and I got into a monster debate on those pictures, but neither of us are sure exactly what they are.

We went to the 5th Annual KC Walk for Autism Awarness at Unity Village today, and I just have to say what troopers we all were for walking for such a great cause in the snow and sleet!!!  The kids had a blast and walk was beautiful!!!

NBC Action Weather Blog
April 'Snow' Showers....**Freeze Alert**
Watch NBC Action News Weekends at 8am, 5, & 10pm

Brrrrrrrrr!  That is about the best way to describe the weather for this weekend.  Temperatures will be well below average, winds will be gusty, and rain and snow showers will highlight the weather this weekend.  The cold and snowflakes shouldn't be a huge surprise to anyone since I began talking about this possibility when Gary was on vacation over a week ago on-air and also in the blog.  We were once again the most accurate and the first to alert everyone on this big weather change!

If you have outdoor plans today here are the specifics.  Highs in the neighborhood of 39-44 across the viewing area.  Winds:  NW 15-30 mph.  60% chance of rain/snow showers.

If you think April has started off cold and wet...you are correct!  Here is a look at the first 11 days this month.

Average monthly temperature(F):  46.5  -4.7

Total Precipitation:  1.48"  +0.44"

While the rain and snow showers this weekend won't add up to anything more than a trace to a few hundredths(liquid)...the snow may come down at a moderate to heavy clip for a time on Saturday.  The cold temperatures will also push the average monthly temperature even farther below average!

After today the focus shifts to the chances of a freeze the next couple of nights.  With clouds remaining in the forecast for tonight into Sunday.  I think temperatures will bottom out around 30-33 in most locations.  So a light frost/freeze can be expected tonight.

If you got a jump start on your garden or have flowers outside you will want to take precautions to protect them on Sunday Night.  A freeze is expected with lows dropping into the 20s.  A freeze is more likely Sunday Night because skies will be clear to partly cloudy, winds will ease, and high pressure will near the region.  Below is the surface map for early Monday.



Now how cold will temperatures be on Monday morning?  Right now it appears that across the viewing are lows should drop into the 24-29 degree range.  In the metro around 26-28.  Here is the forecast from the NAM in regards to morning lows on Monday.



Our landscaping expert and weather blogger Jeff Hamons of Hamons Landscaping posted some information about how to protect your plants/garden with this upcoming freeze.  Check it out..



Kansas City Landscaping about to Freeze

Landscapes in Kansas City will soon be hitting the deep freeze.   Well, maybe not the deep freeze.  However even with temperatures reaching down into upper 20’s — it is important to have all the information necessary.

First of all this is not at all like the freeze of 2007 — although the dates are not that different.  The difference lies in the weather of March.  In 2007, Kansas City’s weather was unseasonably warm.  Plants were a good 3 - 4 weeks ahead of normal development.  Last year I already had Iris blooms poking up in my yard.  This year, I barely have leaves coming through last falls leaves.  Freezing temperatures this weekend will only be a slight problem for landscapers and homeowners in Kansas City.

Different plants will need different amounts of care this weekend.

Perennials

Most perennials will be fine as long as the temperature stays above 20 degrees.  However, if you are the type of person who like to err on the side of caution then covering the plants with a  bed sheet.   If you use plastic then you must make sure to support the plastic off the leaves or blooms and leaves will still be damaged.

Trees

There is no practical way to protect a  tree from the effects of the freezing air.  All those pretty magnolias that bloomed this week will be turned to mush if the temperature gets below freezing.  However, no permanent damage will be done.  This is a common problem with most magnolia trees in our area.  Sweetbay Magnolias are on tree that rarely has problems because of it late blooming.

Shrubs

If you have any shrubs that are blooming or who have tender new growth then they should be covered with a sheet to protect the new tender foliage.  If you do nothing then you will likely see some dieback of the new foliage - but no lasting damage.    If you have shrubs that almost ready to bloom, you may lose this year’s blooms if they are not protected.

Vegetables

If you got an early start on some of your vegetable you will need to protect them unless they are spinach or lettuce.  Construct a sturdy frame over the rows and then lay a sheet over each row.  Secure the sheet to the ground to prevent wind from moving or disturbing the sheet.

With a little extra care you will can make sure that this upcoming freeze will not delay the beauty of the your landscape.

-------------------------------------------------

I have the rest of the weekend off and will be heading to the 'K' to catch the Twins/Royals game this evening.  I love baseball, but I'm not sure how long I will last at the game tonight!  Temperatures in the upper 30s and windy conditions doesn't equate to baseball weather for me...but I'm sure it will be fun.

Meteorologist Jeff Penner will be in this evening to keep you updated on the latest forecast and the warm-up for next week!  Thank you for making the blog a part of your day and please tell your friends and family where they can find Kansas City's most accurate forecast!

Jeremy
******************

All of that may be true Jeremy but what a bush that has been reasantly transplanted, a relly big one? Byan.
(here are the stars for you)
******************

Jeremy,                                                                                                                          I've been looking at the satellite images, the back edge of that cloud cover seems so close! Is there a chance that low might scoot away quick enough for more sunshine tomorrow? I'm thinkin' if we can tack on few more degrees tomorrow we won't have too hard of a freeze going into monday. Have fun at the game tonight, I'll be watching from my living room... Go Royals!

He is very good at math.  That is his favorite part of the day.  5kckmartins- It is absolutely amazing what they can understand at that age.  He is always looking at the sky trying to figure out what is going to happen.  It is really exciting to see him so interested in that.  We didn't make it to the spotter training this year because we were all sick but hopefully next year.  Hope everyone has a nice weekend, hopefully it will get warmer soon!

Just a thought, but maybe when we post and want to comment on someone else's comment, maybe we don't have to copy the whole blog. It just makes for tiresome scrolling. Just MHO.

Right around noon there was a heavy graupel shower in northern Lees Summit. The sidestreets were covered with this tiny hail for about 5 or 10 minutes before changing to a rain / sleet mix.

I  thought it unusual to see graupel coming down as heavy as it was. Of course, I've only really drove in graupel twice since I started driving a couple years ago :-)

(oh - snow/sleet mix, not rain/sleet around noon)

NBC Action Weather Blog
April 'Snow' Showers....**Freeze Alert**
Watch NBC Action News Weekends at 8am, 5, & 10pm

Brrrrrrrrr!  That is about the best way to describe the weather for this weekend.  Temperatures will be well below average, winds will be gusty, and rain and snow showers will highlight the weather this weekend.  The cold and snowflakes shouldn't be a huge surprise to anyone since I began talking about this possibility when Gary was on vacation over a week ago on-air and also in the blog.  We were once again the most accurate and the first to alert everyone on this big weather change!

If you have outdoor plans today here are the specifics.  Highs in the neighborhood of 39-44 across the viewing area.  Winds:  NW 15-30 mph.  60% chance of rain/snow showers.

If you think April has started off cold and wet...you are correct!  Here is a look at the first 11 days this month.

Average monthly temperature(F):  46.5  -4.7

Total Precipitation:  1.48"  +0.44"

While the rain and snow showers this weekend won't add up to anything more than a trace to a few hundredths(liquid)...the snow may come down at a moderate to heavy clip for a time on Saturday.  The cold temperatures will also push the average monthly temperature even farther below average!

After today the focus shifts to the chances of a freeze the next couple of nights.  With clouds remaining in the forecast for tonight into Sunday.  I think temperatures will bottom out around 30-33 in most locations.  So a light frost/freeze can be expected tonight.

If you got a jump start on your garden or have flowers outside you will want to take precautions to protect them on Sunday Night.  A freeze is expected with lows dropping into the 20s.  A freeze is more likely Sunday Night because skies will be clear to partly cloudy, winds will ease, and high pressure will near the region.  Below is the surface map for early Monday.



Now how cold will temperatures be on Monday morning?  Right now it appears that across the viewing are lows should drop into the 24-29 degree range.  In the metro around 26-28.  Here is the forecast from the NAM in regards to morning lows on Monday.



Our landscaping expert and weather blogger Jeff Hamons of Hamons Landscaping posted some information about how to protect your plants/garden with this upcoming freeze.  Check it out..



Kansas City Landscaping about to Freeze

Landscapes in Kansas City will soon be hitting the deep freeze.   Well, maybe not the deep freeze.  However even with temperatures reaching down into upper 20’s — it is important to have all the information necessary.

First of all this is not at all like the freeze of 2007 — although the dates are not that different.  The difference lies in the weather of March.  In 2007, Kansas City’s weather was unseasonably warm.  Plants were a good 3 - 4 weeks ahead of normal development.  Last year I already had Iris blooms poking up in my yard.  This year, I barely have leaves coming through last falls leaves.  Freezing temperatures this weekend will only be a slight problem for landscapers and homeowners in Kansas City.

Different plants will need different amounts of care this weekend.

Perennials

Most perennials will be fine as long as the temperature stays above 20 degrees.  However, if you are the type of person who like to err on the side of caution then covering the plants with a  bed sheet.   If you use plastic then you must make sure to support the plastic off the leaves or blooms and leaves will still be damaged.

Trees

There is no practical way to protect a  tree from the effects of the freezing air.  All those pretty magnolias that bloomed this week will be turned to mush if the temperature gets below freezing.  However, no permanent damage will be done.  This is a common problem with most magnolia trees in our area.  Sweetbay Magnolias are on tree that rarely has problems because of it late blooming.

Shrubs

If you have any shrubs that are blooming or who have tender new growth then they should be covered with a sheet to protect the new tender foliage.  If you do nothing then you will likely see some dieback of the new foliage - but no lasting damage.    If you have shrubs that almost ready to bloom, you may lose this year’s blooms if they are not protected.

Vegetables

If you got an early start on some of your vegetable you will need to protect them unless they are spinach or lettuce.  Construct a sturdy frame over the rows and then lay a sheet over each row.  Secure the sheet to the ground to prevent wind from moving or disturbing the sheet.

With a little extra care you will can make sure that this upcoming freeze will not delay the beauty of the your landscape.

-------------------------------------------------

I have the rest of the weekend off and will be heading to the 'K' to catch the Twins/Royals game this evening.  I love baseball, but I'm not sure how long I will last at the game tonight!  Temperatures in the upper 30s and windy conditions doesn't equate to baseball weather for me...but I'm sure it will be fun.

Meteorologist Jeff Penner will be in this evening to keep you updated on the latest forecast and the warm-up for next week!  Thank you for making the blog a part of your day and please tell your friends and family where they can find Kansas City's most accurate forecast!

Jeremy
NBC Action Weather Blog
April 'Snow' Showers....**Freeze Alert**
Watch NBC Action News Weekends at 8am, 5, & 10pm

Brrrrrrrrr!  That is about the best way to describe the weather for this weekend.  Temperatures will be well below average, winds will be gusty, and rain and snow showers will highlight the weather this weekend.  The cold and snowflakes shouldn't be a huge surprise to anyone since I began talking about this possibility when Gary was on vacation over a week ago on-air and also in the blog.  We were once again the most accurate and the first to alert everyone on this big weather change!

If you have outdoor plans today here are the specifics.  Highs in the neighborhood of 39-44 across the viewing area.  Winds:  NW 15-30 mph.  60% chance of rain/snow showers.

If you think April has started off cold and wet...you are correct!  Here is a look at the first 11 days this month.

Average monthly temperature(F):  46.5  -4.7

Total Precipitation:  1.48"  +0.44"

While the rain and snow showers this weekend won't add up to anything more than a trace to a few hundredths(liquid)...the snow may come down at a moderate to heavy clip for a time on Saturday.  The cold temperatures will also push the average monthly temperature even farther below average!

After today the focus shifts to the chances of a freeze the next couple of nights.  With clouds remaining in the forecast for tonight into Sunday.  I think temperatures will bottom out around 30-33 in most locations.  So a light frost/freeze can be expected tonight.

If you got a jump start on your garden or have flowers outside you will want to take precautions to protect them on Sunday Night.  A freeze is expected with lows dropping into the 20s.  A freeze is more likely Sunday Night because skies will be clear to partly cloudy, winds will ease, and high pressure will near the region.  Below is the surface map for early Monday.



Now how cold will temperatures be on Monday morning?  Right now it appears that across the viewing are lows should drop into the 24-29 degree range.  In the metro around 26-28.  Here is the forecast from the NAM in regards to morning lows on Monday.



Our landscaping expert and weather blogger Jeff Hamons of Hamons Landscaping posted some information about how to protect your plants/garden with this upcoming freeze.  Check it out..



Kansas City Landscaping about to Freeze

Landscapes in Kansas City will soon be hitting the deep freeze.   Well, maybe not the deep freeze.  However even with temperatures reaching down into upper 20’s — it is important to have all the information necessary.

First of all this is not at all like the freeze of 2007 — although the dates are not that different.  The difference lies in the weather of March.  In 2007, Kansas City’s weather was unseasonably warm.  Plants were a good 3 - 4 weeks ahead of normal development.  Last year I already had Iris blooms poking up in my yard.  This year, I barely have leaves coming through last falls leaves.  Freezing temperatures this weekend will only be a slight problem for landscapers and homeowners in Kansas City.

Different plants will need different amounts of care this weekend.

Perennials

Most perennials will be fine as long as the temperature stays above 20 degrees.  However, if you are the type of person who like to err on the side of caution then covering the plants with a  bed sheet.   If you use plastic then you must make sure to support the plastic off the leaves or blooms and leaves will still be damaged.

Trees

There is no practical way to protect a  tree from the effects of the freezing air.  All those pretty magnolias that bloomed this week will be turned to mush if the temperature gets below freezing.  However, no permanent damage will be done.  This is a common problem with most magnolia trees in our area.  Sweetbay Magnolias are on tree that rarely has problems because of it late blooming.

Shrubs

If you have any shrubs that are blooming or who have tender new growth then they should be covered with a sheet to protect the new tender foliage.  If you do nothing then you will likely see some dieback of the new foliage - but no lasting damage.    If you have shrubs that almost ready to bloom, you may lose this year’s blooms if they are not protected.

Vegetables

If you got an early start on some of your vegetable you will need to protect them unless they are spinach or lettuce.  Construct a sturdy frame over the rows and then lay a sheet over each row.  Secure the sheet to the ground to prevent wind from moving or disturbing the sheet.

With a little extra care you will can make sure that this upcoming freeze will not delay the beauty of the your landscape.

-------------------------------------------------

I have the rest of the weekend off and will be heading to the 'K' to catch the Twins/Royals game this evening.  I love baseball, but I'm not sure how long I will last at the game tonight!  Temperatures in the upper 30s and windy conditions doesn't equate to baseball weather for me...but I'm sure it will be fun.

Meteorologist Jeff Penner will be in this evening to keep you updated on the latest forecast and the warm-up for next week!  Thank you for making the blog a part of your day and please tell your friends and family where they can find Kansas City's most accurate forecast!

Jeremy
NBC Action Weather Blog
April 'Snow' Showers....**Freeze Alert**
Watch NBC Action News Weekends at 8am, 5, & 10pm

Brrrrrrrrr!  That is about the best way to describe the weather for this weekend.  Temperatures will be well below average, winds will be gusty, and rain and snow showers will highlight the weather this weekend.  The cold and snowflakes shouldn't be a huge surprise to anyone since I began talking about this possibility when Gary was on vacation over a week ago on-air and also in the blog.  We were once again the most accurate and the first to alert everyone on this big weather change!

If you have outdoor plans today here are the specifics.  Highs in the neighborhood of 39-44 across the viewing area.  Winds:  NW 15-30 mph.  60% chance of rain/snow showers.

If you think April has started off cold and wet...you are correct!  Here is a look at the first 11 days this month.

Average monthly temperature(F):  46.5  -4.7

Total Precipitation:  1.48"  +0.44"

While the rain and snow showers this weekend won't add up to anything more than a trace to a few hundredths(liquid)...the snow may come down at a moderate to heavy clip for a time on Saturday.  The cold temperatures will also push the average monthly temperature even farther below average!

After today the focus shifts to the chances of a freeze the next couple of nights.  With clouds remaining in the forecast for tonight into Sunday.  I think temperatures will bottom out around 30-33 in most locations.  So a light frost/freeze can be expected tonight.

If you got a jump start on your garden or have flowers outside you will want to take precautions to protect them on Sunday Night.  A freeze is expected with lows dropping into the 20s.  A freeze is more likely Sunday Night because skies will be clear to partly cloudy, winds will ease, and high pressure will near the region.  Below is the surface map for early Monday.



Now how cold will temperatures be on Monday morning?  Right now it appears that across the viewing are lows should drop into the 24-29 degree range.  In the metro around 26-28.  Here is the forecast from the NAM in regards to morning lows on Monday.



Our landscaping expert and weather blogger Jeff Hamons of Hamons Landscaping posted some information about how to protect your plants/garden with this upcoming freeze.  Check it out..



Kansas City Landscaping about to Freeze

Landscapes in Kansas City will soon be hitting the deep freeze.   Well, maybe not the deep freeze.  However even with temperatures reaching down into upper 20’s — it is important to have all the information necessary.

First of all this is not at all like the freeze of 2007 — although the dates are not that different.  The difference lies in the weather of March.  In 2007, Kansas City’s weather was unseasonably warm.  Plants were a good 3 - 4 weeks ahead of normal development.  Last year I already had Iris blooms poking up in my yard.  This year, I barely have leaves coming through last falls leaves.  Freezing temperatures this weekend will only be a slight problem for landscapers and homeowners in Kansas City.

Different plants will need different amounts of care this weekend.

Perennials

Most perennials will be fine as long as the temperature stays above 20 degrees.  However, if you are the type of person who like to err on the side of caution then covering the plants with a  bed sheet.   If you use plastic then you must make sure to support the plastic off the leaves or blooms and leaves will still be damaged.

Trees

There is no practical way to protect a  tree from the effects of the freezing air.  All those pretty magnolias that bloomed this week will be turned to mush if the temperature gets below freezing.  However, no permanent damage will be done.  This is a common problem with most magnolia trees in our area.  Sweetbay Magnolias are on tree that rarely has problems because of it late blooming.

Shrubs

If you have any shrubs that are blooming or who have tender new growth then they should be covered with a sheet to protect the new tender foliage.  If you do nothing then you will likely see some dieback of the new foliage - but no lasting damage.    If you have shrubs that almost ready to bloom, you may lose this year’s blooms if they are not protected.

Vegetables

If you got an early start on some of your vegetable you will need to protect them unless they are spinach or lettuce.  Construct a sturdy frame over the rows and then lay a sheet over each row.  Secure the sheet to the ground to prevent wind from moving or disturbing the sheet.

With a little extra care you will can make sure that this upcoming freeze will not delay the beauty of the your landscape.

-------------------------------------------------

I have the rest of the weekend off and will be heading to the 'K' to catch the Twins/Royals game this evening.  I love baseball, but I'm not sure how long I will last at the game tonight!  Temperatures in the upper 30s and windy conditions doesn't equate to baseball weather for me...but I'm sure it will be fun.

Meteorologist Jeff Penner will be in this evening to keep you updated on the latest forecast and the warm-up for next week!  Thank you for making the blog a part of your day and please tell your friends and family where they can find Kansas City's most accurate forecast!

Jeremy
NBC Action Weather Blog
April 'Snow' Showers....**Freeze Alert**
Watch NBC Action News Weekends at 8am, 5, & 10pm

Brrrrrrrrr!  That is about the best way to describe the weather for this weekend.  Temperatures will be well below average, winds will be gusty, and rain and snow showers will highlight the weather this weekend.  The cold and snowflakes shouldn't be a huge surprise to anyone since I began talking about this possibility when Gary was on vacation over a week ago on-air and also in the blog.  We were once again the most accurate and the first to alert everyone on this big weather change!

If you have outdoor plans today here are the specifics.  Highs in the neighborhood of 39-44 across the viewing area.  Winds:  NW 15-30 mph.  60% chance of rain/snow showers.

If you think April has started off cold and wet...you are correct!  Here is a look at the first 11 days this month.

Average monthly temperature(F):  46.5  -4.7

Total Precipitation:  1.48"  +0.44"

While the rain and snow showers this weekend won't add up to anything more than a trace to a few hundredths(liquid)...the snow may come down at a moderate to heavy clip for a time on Saturday.  The cold temperatures will also push the average monthly temperature even farther below average!

After today the focus shifts to the chances of a freeze the next couple of nights.  With clouds remaining in the forecast for tonight into Sunday.  I think temperatures will bottom out around 30-33 in most locations.  So a light frost/freeze can be expected tonight.

If you got a jump start on your garden or have flowers outside you will want to take precautions to protect them on Sunday Night.  A freeze is expected with lows dropping into the 20s.  A freeze is more likely Sunday Night because skies will be clear to partly cloudy, winds will ease, and high pressure will near the region.  Below is the surface map for early Monday.



Now how cold will temperatures be on Monday morning?  Right now it appears that across the viewing are lows should drop into the 24-29 degree range.  In the metro around 26-28.  Here is the forecast from the NAM in regards to morning lows on Monday.



Our landscaping expert and weather blogger Jeff Hamons of Hamons Landscaping posted some information about how to protect your plants/garden with this upcoming freeze.  Check it out..



Kansas City Landscaping about to Freeze

Landscapes in Kansas City will soon be hitting the deep freeze.   Well, maybe not the deep freeze.  However even with temperatures reaching down into upper 20’s — it is important to have all the information necessary.

First of all this is not at all like the freeze of 2007 — although the dates are not that different.  The difference lies in the weather of March.  In 2007, Kansas City’s weather was unseasonably warm.  Plants were a good 3 - 4 weeks ahead of normal development.  Last year I already had Iris blooms poking up in my yard.  This year, I barely have leaves coming through last falls leaves.  Freezing temperatures this weekend will only be a slight problem for landscapers and homeowners in Kansas City.

Different plants will need different amounts of care this weekend.

Perennials

Most perennials will be fine as long as the temperature stays above 20 degrees.  However, if you are the type of person who like to err on the side of caution then covering the plants with a  bed sheet.   If you use plastic then you must make sure to support the plastic off the leaves or blooms and leaves will still be damaged.

Trees

There is no practical way to protect a  tree from the effects of the freezing air.  All those pretty magnolias that bloomed this week will be turned to mush if the temperature gets below freezing.  However, no permanent damage will be done.  This is a common problem with most magnolia trees in our area.  Sweetbay Magnolias are on tree that rarely has problems because of it late blooming.

Shrubs

If you have any shrubs that are blooming or who have tender new growth then they should be covered with a sheet to protect the new tender foliage.  If you do nothing then you will likely see some dieback of the new foliage - but no lasting damage.    If you have shrubs that almost ready to bloom, you may lose this year’s blooms if they are not protected.

Vegetables

If you got an early start on some of your vegetable you will need to protect them unless they are spinach or lettuce.  Construct a sturdy frame over the rows and then lay a sheet over each row.  Secure the sheet to the ground to prevent wind from moving or disturbing the sheet.

With a little extra care you will can make sure that this upcoming freeze will not delay the beauty of the your landscape.

-------------------------------------------------

I have the rest of the weekend off and will be heading to the 'K' to catch the Twins/Royals game this evening.  I love baseball, but I'm not sure how long I will last at the game tonight!  Temperatures in the upper 30s and windy conditions doesn't equate to baseball weather for me...but I'm sure it will be fun.

Meteorologist Jeff Penner will be in this evening to keep you updated on the latest forecast and the warm-up for next week!  Thank you for making the blog a part of your day and please tell your friends and family where they can find Kansas City's most accurate forecast!

Jeremy

dude whats ur problem

hmm interesting post...

lol, it seems that the nws has our next storm around thursday nite? is it lookin good for rain... maybe severe weather?

Intresting post juba....

Call me crazy, but here's a thought. The clearing line is getting ever so close, but if we hang on to some clouds until daybreak that will keep us at or above freezing overnight. Then tomorrow we break out into full sunshine, winds calm down and we warm to 50 or better, which decreases our chances of a hard freeze for Monday a.m. Just throwing in my two cents from the peanut gallery!

*********************

Greg,

A good thought, but he cleearing line is not approaching from the west, but from the north.  So, most of Sunday will be cloudy with clearing skies during the afternoon.  The new data is out & the high pressure is right over us at 7 AM Monday.  I think a moderate freeze is likely.

Jeff

Personally, the weather really stunk today..sorry guys... I hate all this cold weather now...

*********************************

Dave,

Try to hang on until Tuesday!

Jeff

Good evening weather team from Chillicothe!
Well, currently we are sitting under overcast skies with a temperature of 36 degrees, with a wind chill of 29 degrees. The wind is out of the north at about 10 MPH. And the pressure is at 30.08".

As far as today went, we had a high temperature of 39 degrees which was reached at 12:56PM with Northwest winds at 12 MPH gusting to 22 MPH at the time. Our highest wind gust was reached once at 8:56AM and also at 4:55PM both at 28 MPH.Winds were mainly Northwest between 9 to 16 MPH. From Midnight this morning, The pressure has slowly risen all day starting from 29.79".

Had a nice visit with Gary today at Wal-Mart here in town and got to see Stormy do some neat tricks. I would personally like to thank Gary for making time to come. We sold approximately 30 weather radios to the general public. So once again, thank you Gary for your time today and have a great night everyone.

Randy in somewhat still too chilly for April Chillicothe

Forgot to mention...

we had mostly sleet showers mixing with snow sometimes during most of the day today.

 Hello Jeff--- any snow tonight?if so  anything going to stick

just got back from the royals game....it was very, very cold.

...came home to snow falling again at the fort...its still falling. ************* PVT...I didn't get as cold as I was expecting. Plus I was happy with the result! Jeremy

Great article on the local NWS site about the cold temperatures.

http://www.crh.noaa.gov/eax/?n=freeze_2008

Billy

anything sticking? pvt murphy