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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

April 8, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 79°F and a low of 54°F.

Today's Forecast — Wednesday, April 8

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 79°F / 54°F
  • Wind: SSW 21 mph, gusts to 46 mph
  • Precipitation: 11% chance
  • UV Index: 6.95 — High — sunscreen recommended
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 07:03 / 20:00
  • Daylight: 12.9 hours (11.8 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Wind impact: gusts up to 46 mph.
  • Feels-like swing: up to 70°F.
  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 6.95; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Feels Like: 44°F to 70°F (wind chill / heat index)
  • Humidity: 34%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 59°F, winds 18 mph, 43% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 75°F, winds 19 mph, 28% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 70°F, 11% chance of precipitation, winds 10 mph, 36% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 52 (peak 71) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 7.0 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 85°F and a low of 56°F. 70% chance of precipitation.

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.