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Cooler Pattern Ahead for Salina After a 84°/48° Day
May 9, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 84°F and a low of 48°F.
Today's Forecast — Saturday, May 9
- Conditions: Overcast
- High / Low: 84°F / 48°F
- Wind: SSW 13 mph, gusts to 20 mph
- Precipitation: 30% chance
- UV Index: 7.6 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:23 / 20:30
- Daylight: 14.1 hours (6.6 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: 37%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 59°F, 56% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 81°F, 23% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 75°F, 30% chance of precipitation, 34% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 39 (peak 67) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 9.1 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Moderate drizzle with a high of 73°F and a low of 53°F. 17% 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.