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