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