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7-Day Outlook: Heat Peaks Near 99°F in Salina
July 12, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 92°F to 99°F, lows from 67°F to 78°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: Saturday, with a high near 99°F.
- Coolest morning: Today, with a low near 67°F.
- Rain chances: No major rain signal in the seven-day outlook.
- Windiest stretch: Saturday, with gusts up to 36 mph.
- Sun safety: UV runs high on Today, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and other days.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Peak Gust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today 7/12 | Sunny | 92° / 67° | 0% | 18 mph |
| Monday 7/13 | Sunny | 92° / 67° | 0% | 17 mph |
| Tuesday 7/14 | Sunny | 93° / 69° | 0% | 23 mph |
| Wednesday 7/15 | Sunny | 94° / 72° | 1% | 22 mph |
| Thursday 7/16 | Sunny | 96° / 75° | 1% | 33 mph |
| Friday 7/17 | Sunny | 98° / 78° | 0% | 33 mph |
| Saturday 7/18 | Sunny | 99° / 78° | 2% | 36 mph |
Today's Details — Sunday, July 12
- Conditions: Sunny
- High / Low: 92°F / 67°F
- Wind: E 11 mph, gusts to 18 mph
- Precipitation: 0% chance
- UV Index: 8.3 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:15 / 20:56
- Daylight: 14.7 hours
What Matters Most Today
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.3; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 54%
- Dew Point: Up to 70°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 74°F, 76% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 89°F, 42% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 84°F, 42% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 38 (peak 58) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 8.7 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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