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Warmer Pattern Ahead for Salina After a 63°/38° Day

April 18, 2026 weather, forecast
Warmer Pattern Ahead for Salina After a 63°/38° Day

Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 63°F and a low of 38°F.

Today's Forecast — Saturday, April 18

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 63°F / 38°F
  • Wind: NW 17 mph, gusts to 36 mph
  • Precipitation: 1% chance
  • UV Index: 7.2 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 06:49 / 20:10
  • Daylight: 13.3 hours

What Matters Most Today

  • Wind impact: gusts up to 36 mph.
  • Feels-like swing: up to 52°F.
  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.2; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Feels Like: 30°F to 52°F (wind chill / heat index)
  • Humidity: 31%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 43°F, 48% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 59°F, winds 14 mph, 21% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 55°F, 20% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 42 (peak 52) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 6.9 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 80°F and a low of 36°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.