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Cooler Pattern Ahead for Salina After a 84°/48° Day

May 9, 2026 weather, forecast
Cooler Pattern Ahead for Salina After a 84°/48° Day

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.