Heavier rain is expected on Easter Sunday, mainly between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. This will likely lead to rising river levels and the potential for river flooding, meteorologists said in a Friday forecast discussion. A flood watch is in effect for eastern Kansas into central and southern Missouri through Sunday.

Heavy rain and lightning could impact Easter weekend plans. Thunderstorms could begin as early as 3 a.m. Saturday. Severe weather remains a low risk (1 out of 5), but heavy rain and lightning are possible.