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Heat Index of 113 Degrees Expected Today
July 27, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 88°F to 107°F, lows from 67°F to 78°F, rain chances focused on Thursday and Friday.
A dangerous heat index of 113 degrees is expected in Salina today.
⚠️ Active Weather Alerts
- 🟠 Extreme Heat Warning: Extreme Heat Warning issued July 27 at 3:18AM CDT until July 27 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
- Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightwe - 🟡 Heat Advisory: Heat Advisory issued July 27 at 3:18AM CDT until July 28 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
- Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightwe
What Matters Most This Week
- Warmest day: Today, with a high near 107°F.
- Coolest morning: Saturday, with a low near 67°F.
- Rain chances: Best chances on Thursday and Friday; seven-day expected rainfall totals about 0.18 inches.
- Storm watch: Thunderstorm chances appear in the forecast on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
- Windiest stretch: Tuesday, with gusts up to 43 mph.
- Sun safety: UV runs high on Today, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and other days.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Peak Gust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today 7/27 | Sunny | 107° / 78° | 2% | 27 mph |
| Tuesday 7/28 | Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 94° / 75° | 23% / 0.02" | 43 mph |
| Wednesday 7/29 | Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny | 94° / 75° | 19% | 26 mph |
| Thursday 7/30 | Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 94° / 74° | 30% / 0.11" | 29 mph |
| Friday 7/31 | Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny | 91° / 70° | 38% / 0.06" | 31 mph |
| Saturday 8/1 | Sunny | 88° / 67° | 7% | 24 mph |
| Sunday 8/2 | Sunny | 90° / 69° | 2% | 29 mph |
Today's Details — Monday, July 27
- Conditions: Sunny
- High / Low: 107°F / 78°F
- Wind: SSW 14 mph, gusts to 27 mph
- Precipitation: 2% chance
- UV Index: 7.85 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:27 / 20:46
- Daylight: 14.3 hours (12.0 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.85; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Midday (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 29%
- Dew Point: Up to 65°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 88°F, winds 12 mph, 42% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 104°F, winds 13 mph, 20% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 97°F, winds 11 mph, 25% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 41 (peak 47) — Good
- PM2.5: 7.6 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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