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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

May 3, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 88°F and a low of 51°F.

Today's Forecast — Sunday, May 3

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 88°F / 51°F
  • Wind: SW 14 mph, gusts to 30 mph
  • Precipitation: 4% chance
  • UV Index: 7.6 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 06:29 / 20:24
  • Daylight: 13.9 hours (12.2 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Wind impact: gusts up to 30 mph.
  • Feels-like swing: up to 81°F.
  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.6; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Feels Like: 43°F to 81°F (wind chill / heat index)
  • Humidity: 31%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 60°F, winds 12 mph, 51% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 85°F, winds 12 mph, 16% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 75°F, 31% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 40 (peak 49) — Good
  • PM2.5: 6.4 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 89°F and a low of 56°F. 41% chance of precipitation.

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.