Triple-Digit Heat Targets Sunday in Salina
Salina, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 98°F to 103°F, lows from 77°F to 82°F, limited rain chances.
What Matters Most This Week
- Warmest day: Sunday, with a high near 103°F.
- Coolest morning: Thursday, with a low near 77°F.
- Rain chances: No major rain signal in the seven-day outlook.
- Storm watch: Thunderstorm chances appear in the forecast on Friday.
- Windiest stretch: Tuesday, with gusts up to 41 mph.
- Sun safety: UV runs high on Today, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and other days.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Peak Gust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today 8/29 | Mostly Sunny | 100° / 80° | 3% | 34 mph |
| Sunday 8/30 | Mostly Sunny | 103° / 80° | 3% | 34 mph |
| Monday 8/31 | Sunny | 102° / 80° | 10% | 37 mph |
| Tuesday 9/1 | Sunny | 102° / 78° | 5% | 41 mph |
| Wednesday 9/2 | Sunny | 101° / 78° | 4% | 38 mph |
| Thursday 9/3 | Mostly Sunny | 100° / 77° | 13% | 40 mph |
| Friday 9/4 | Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny | 98° / 82° | 16% | 41 mph |
Today's Details — Saturday, August 29
- Conditions: Mostly Sunny
- High / Low: 100°F / 80°F
- Wind: S 18 mph, gusts to 34 mph
- Precipitation: 3% chance (National Weather Service forecast)
- UV Index: 6.95 — High — sunscreen recommended
- Sunrise / Sunset: 06:57 / 20:05
- Daylight: 13.1 hours (9.5 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Wind impact: gusts up to 34 mph.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 6.95; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 27%
🔥 Fire Weather
Elevated fire weather risk today due to low humidity (27%) and winds up to 18 mph. Avoid outdoor burning and use caution with any activity that could cause sparks.
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Partly cloudy, 80°F, winds 13 mph, 38% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 96°F, winds 18 mph, 20% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 93°F, winds 14 mph, 24% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 50 (peak 75) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 8.9 µg/m³
Temperatures, conditions, and precipitation chances use National Weather Service forecast guidance. Open-Meteo supplies supplemental wind, UV, humidity, and air-quality fields; its precipitation totals are not used. For weather alerts, visit your local National Weather Service office.
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