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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina
May 1, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 67°F and a low of 41°F.
Today's Forecast — Friday, May 1
- Conditions: Overcast
- High / Low: 67°F / 41°F
- Wind: NNW 9 mph, gusts to 20 mph
- Precipitation: 8% chance
- UV Index: 7.6 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:32 / 20:22
- Daylight: 13.8 hours (7.1 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.6; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 46%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 48°F, 70% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 66°F, 28% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 59°F, 42% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 40 (peak 46) — Good
- PM2.5: 13.0 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Overcast with a high of 69°F and a low of 40°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.