Kansas City will enjoy a brief period of pleasant weather on Wednesday, with temperatures ranging from the low to mid-80s and comfortable humidity levels. The National Weather Service indicates that this calm weather will change on Thursday, when warmer and more humid conditions return. A high-pressure system currently keeping the area comfortable will shift east, allowing moisture to flow back into the region. While Thursday is expected to start dry, a weather disturbance may trigger scattered showers and thunderstorms by the afternoon, particularly in western areas. Temperatures will rise to around 86 degrees. Friday will bring similar conditions, with temperatures around 85 degrees and an increased chance of stronger storms in the evening. The weekend and early next week are forecasted to have on-and-off showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures in the mid- to upper 80s, and possibly low 90s if cloud cover is minimal. The weather service warns of potentially uncomfortable humidity levels next week, with heat index values possibly reaching the mid to upper 90s.