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7-Day Outlook: Heat Peaks Near 104°F in Salina
July 23, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 85°F to 104°F, lows from 71°F to 81°F, rain chances focused on Today, Friday and Wednesday. Today's forecast is still included below, but the main story is the week ahead.
What Matters Most This Week
- Warmest day: Monday, with a high near 104°F.
- Coolest morning: Today, with a low near 71°F.
- Rain chances: Best chances on Today, Friday and Wednesday; seven-day expected rainfall totals about 0.20 inches.
- Storm watch: Thunderstorm chances appear in the forecast on Today and Friday.
- Windiest stretch: Monday, with gusts up to 41 mph.
- Sun safety: UV runs high on Today, Friday, Saturday and Sunday and other days.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Peak Gust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today 7/23 | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 85° / 71° | 64% / 0.07" | 21 mph |
| Friday 7/24 | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 91° / 73° | 68% / 0.03" | 23 mph |
| Saturday 7/25 | Sunny | 97° / 75° | 3% | 36 mph |
| Sunday 7/26 | Sunny | 102° / 81° | 0% | 40 mph |
| Monday 7/27 | Sunny | 104° / 80° | 3% | 41 mph |
| Tuesday 7/28 | Mostly Sunny | 100° / 78° | 3% / 0.02" | 40 mph |
| Wednesday 7/29 | Mostly Sunny | 97° / 74° | 11% / 0.07" | 33 mph |
Today's Details — Thursday, July 23
- Conditions: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
- High / Low: 85°F / 71°F
- Wind: ESE 11 mph, gusts to 21 mph
- Precipitation: 64% chance, 0.07 inches expected over 1 hours
- UV Index: 7.9 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:24 / 20:49
- Daylight: 14.4 hours (6.4 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Rain focus: 64% chance, peaking around 7AM.
- Expected rainfall: about 0.07 inches.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.9; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Evening (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 55%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 69°F, 43% chance of precipitation, 76% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 81°F, 42% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 81°F, 23% chance of precipitation, 47% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 53 (peak 66) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 15.5 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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