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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

April 23, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 86°F and a low of 65°F.

Today's Forecast — Thursday, April 23

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 86°F / 65°F
  • Wind: SW 23 mph, gusts to 46 mph
  • Precipitation: 13% chance
  • UV Index: 7.1 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 06:42 / 20:15
  • Daylight: 13.5 hours (12.0 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Wind impact: gusts up to 46 mph.
  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.1; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 48%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 72°F, winds 17 mph, 75% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Mainly clear, 84°F, 13% chance of precipitation, winds 15 mph, 38% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 74°F, winds 14 mph, 15% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 41 (peak 49) — Good
  • PM2.5: 6.7 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 79°F and a low of 52°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.