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Cooler Pattern Ahead for Salina After a 86°/49° Day

April 16, 2026 weather, forecast
Cooler Pattern Ahead for Salina After a 86°/49° Day

Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 86°F and a low of 49°F.

Today's Forecast — Thursday, April 16

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 86°F / 49°F
  • Wind: S 15 mph, gusts to 27 mph
  • Precipitation: 0% chance
  • UV Index: 7.3 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 06:52 / 20:08
  • Daylight: 13.3 hours

What Matters Most Today

  • Feels-like swing: up to 80°F.
  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.3; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Feels Like: 44°F to 80°F (wind chill / heat index)
  • Humidity: 33%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 59°F, 49% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 84°F, winds 13 mph, 22% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 77°F, winds 12 mph, 28% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 48 (peak 83) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 5.8 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 76°F and a low of 50°F. 39% 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.