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7-Day Outlook: Heat Peaks Near 98°F in Salina
July 11, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 91°F to 98°F, lows from 67°F to 77°F, limited rain chances. Today's forecast is still included below, but the main story is the week ahead.
What Matters Most This Week
- Warmest day: Friday, with a high near 98°F.
- Coolest morning: Sunday, with a low near 67°F.
- Rain chances: No major rain signal in the seven-day outlook.
- Windiest stretch: Wednesday, with gusts up to 36 mph.
- Sun safety: UV runs high on Today, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and other days.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Peak Gust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today 7/11 | Sunny | 91° / 68° | 2% | 19 mph |
| Sunday 7/12 | Sunny | 91° / 67° | 0% | 20 mph |
| Monday 7/13 | Sunny | 91° / 67° | 1% | 24 mph |
| Tuesday 7/14 | Sunny | 92° / 68° | 1% | 24 mph |
| Wednesday 7/15 | Sunny | 93° / 72° | 2% | 36 mph |
| Thursday 7/16 | Sunny | 95° / 77° | 3% | 35 mph |
| Friday 7/17 | Sunny | 98° / 73° | 3% | 36 mph |
Today's Details — Saturday, July 11
- Conditions: Sunny
- High / Low: 91°F / 68°F
- Wind: ENE 11 mph, gusts to 19 mph
- Precipitation: 2% chance
- UV Index: 8.25 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:15 / 20:56
- Daylight: 14.7 hours (12.0 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.25; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Midday (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 53%
- Dew Point: Up to 67°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 73°F, 75% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 88°F, 39% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 84°F, 46% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 40 (peak 53) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 7.3 µg/m³
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.
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