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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

April 20, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 81°F and a low of 47°F.

Today's Forecast — Monday, April 20

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 81°F / 47°F
  • Wind: S 18 mph, gusts to 28 mph
  • Precipitation: 0% chance
  • UV Index: 7.5 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 06:46 / 20:12
  • Daylight: 13.4 hours

What Matters Most Today

  • Feels-like swing: up to 74°F.
  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.5; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Feels Like: 41°F to 74°F (wind chill / heat index)
  • Humidity: 31%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 56°F, 44% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 78°F, winds 16 mph, 22% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 72°F, winds 14 mph, 30% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 48 (peak 82) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 3.6 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 86°F and a low of 60°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.