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