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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

May 20, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Salina

Salina, Kansas — Overcast expected today with a high of 68°F and a low of 47°F.

Today's Forecast — Wednesday, May 20

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 68°F / 47°F
  • Wind: ENE 13 mph, gusts to 22 mph
  • Precipitation: 7% chance
  • UV Index: 7.55 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 06:13 / 20:40
  • Daylight: 14.4 hours

What Matters Most Today

  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.55; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 59%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 52°F, 77% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Partly cloudy, 65°F, winds 11 mph, 47% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 62°F, winds 11 mph, 55% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 27 (peak 37) — Good
  • PM2.5: 4.1 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 71°F and a low of 52°F. 56% 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.