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7-Day Outlook: Heat Peaks Near 101°F in Salina
July 21, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 88°F to 101°F, lows from 67°F to 91°F, rain chances focused on Thursday and Friday. 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 101°F.
- Coolest morning: Wednesday, with a low near 67°F.
- Rain chances: Best chances on Thursday and Friday; seven-day expected rainfall totals about 0.29 inches.
- Storm watch: Thunderstorm chances appear in the forecast on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
- Windiest stretch: Monday, with gusts up to 44 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 7/21 | Sunny | 97° / 71° | 2% | 30 mph |
| Wednesday 7/22 | Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny | 90° / 67° | 22% | 25 mph |
| Thursday 7/23 | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely | 88° / 69° | 67% / 0.21" | 34 mph |
| Friday 7/24 | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely | 91° / 69° | 64% / 0.07" | 36 mph |
| Saturday 7/25 | Sunny | 95° / 73° | 3% | 31 mph |
| Sunday 7/26 | Sunny | 101° / 77° | 2% | 41 mph |
| Monday 7/27 | Mostly Sunny | 101° / 91° | 4% / 0.01" | 44 mph |
Today's Details — Tuesday, July 21
- Conditions: Sunny
- High / Low: 97°F / 71°F
- Wind: NE 14 mph, gusts to 30 mph
- Precipitation: 2% chance
- UV Index: 8.25 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:22 / 20:51
- Daylight: 14.5 hours (13.2 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Wind impact: gusts up to 30 mph.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.25; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 38%
- Dew Point: Up to 70°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 84°F, winds 11 mph, 51% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 96°F, winds 13 mph, 28% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 88°F, winds 10 mph, 40% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 51 (peak 66) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 9.3 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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