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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

April 6, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 74°F and a low of 41°F.

Today's Forecast — Monday, April 6

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 74°F / 41°F
  • Wind: ESE 17 mph, gusts to 33 mph
  • Precipitation: 4% chance
  • UV Index: 6.9 — High — sunscreen recommended
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 07:06 / 19:58
  • Daylight: 12.9 hours

What Matters Most Today

  • Wind impact: gusts up to 33 mph.
  • Feels-like swing: up to 69°F.
  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 6.9; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Feels Like: 33°F to 69°F (wind chill / heat index)
  • Humidity: 42%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 47°F, 59% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 68°F, 31% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Partly cloudy, 63°F, winds 13 mph, 33% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 41 (peak 58) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 10.3 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 72°F and a low of 42°F.

Forecast data provided by Open-Meteo. Air quality data from Open-Meteo Air Quality API. For severe weather alerts, visit your local National Weather Service office.