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Thunderstorms Expected in Salina Area Today
May 30, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — Thunderstorm expected today with a high of 93°F and a low of 68°F.
Today's Forecast — Saturday, May 30
- Conditions: Thunderstorm
- High / Low: 93°F / 68°F
- Wind: SSE 27 mph, gusts to 39 mph
- Precipitation: 52% chance, 0.11 inches expected over 3 hours
- UV Index: 8.15 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:07 / 20:48
- Daylight: 14.7 hours (11.8 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Expected rainfall: about 0.11 inches.
- Wind impact: gusts up to 39 mph.
- Feels-like swing: up to 98°F.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.15; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Midday (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Feels Like: 59°F to 98°F (wind chill / heat index)
- Humidity: 63%
- Dew Point: Up to 71°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 74°F, winds 10 mph, 81% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Thunderstorm, 90°F, winds 15 mph, 52% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Thunderstorm, 80°F, 35% chance of precipitation, winds 19 mph, 51% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 36 (peak 45) — Good
- PM2.5: 6.2 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Thunderstorm with a high of 89°F and a low of 65°F. 13% 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.