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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

May 7, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 79°F and a low of 42°F.

Today's Forecast — Thursday, May 7

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 79°F / 42°F
  • Wind: SW 17 mph, gusts to 26 mph
  • Precipitation: 3% chance
  • UV Index: 7.6 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 06:25 / 20:28
  • Daylight: 14.0 hours (12.0 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Feels-like swing: up to 71°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: 37°F to 71°F (wind chill / heat index)
  • Humidity: 42%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 50°F, winds 10 mph, 70% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 73°F, winds 15 mph, 25% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 71°F, 28% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 36 (peak 58) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 3.6 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 79°F and a low of 56°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.