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7-Day Outlook: Heat Peaks Near 98°F in Salina
July 14, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 91°F to 98°F, lows from 68°F to 84°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: Sunday, with a high near 98°F.
- Coolest morning: Today, with a low near 68°F.
- Rain chances: No major rain signal in the seven-day outlook.
- Windiest stretch: Monday, with gusts up to 38 mph.
- Sun safety: UV runs high on Today, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and other days.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Peak Gust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today 7/14 | Sunny | 91° / 68° | 0% | 15 mph |
| Wednesday 7/15 | Sunny | 92° / 71° | 1% | 12 mph |
| Thursday 7/16 | Sunny | 93° / 74° | 1% | 27 mph |
| Friday 7/17 | Sunny | 95° / 77° | 1% | 32 mph |
| Saturday 7/18 | Sunny | 97° / 77° | 2% | 34 mph |
| Sunday 7/19 | Sunny | 98° / 75° | 8% | 35 mph |
| Monday 7/20 | Sunny | 97° / 84° | 4% | 38 mph |
Today's Details — Tuesday, July 14
- Conditions: Sunny
- High / Low: 91°F / 68°F
- Wind: ESE 8 mph, gusts to 15 mph
- Precipitation: 0% chance
- UV Index: 8.2 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:17 / 20:55
- Daylight: 14.6 hours (12.8 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.2; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 49%
- Dew Point: Up to 65°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 74°F, 70% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 89°F, 38% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 85°F, 34% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 43 (peak 67) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 8.2 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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