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Peak Gusts Near 42 MPH Arrive Saturday in Salina
October 6, 2026
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Salina, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 78°F to 87°F, lows from 57°F to 64°F, limited rain chances.
What Matters Most This Week
- Warmest day: Today, with a high near 87°F.
- Coolest morning: Wednesday, with a low near 57°F.
- Rain chances: No major rain signal in the seven-day outlook.
- Windiest stretch: Saturday, with gusts up to 42 mph.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Peak Gust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today 10/6 | Sunny | 87° / 58° | 3% | 24 mph |
| Wednesday 10/7 | Sunny | 86° / 57° | 0% | 14 mph |
| Thursday 10/8 | Sunny | 80° / 58° | 0% | 23 mph |
| Friday 10/9 | Sunny | 83° / 64° | 0% | 39 mph |
| Saturday 10/10 | Sunny | 84° / 64° | 0% | 42 mph |
| Sunday 10/11 | Sunny | 85° / 64° | 2% | 38 mph |
| Monday 10/12 | Mostly Sunny | 78° / — | 12% | 33 mph |
Today's Details — Tuesday, October 6
- Conditions: Sunny
- High / Low: 87°F / 58°F
- Wind: S 12 mph, gusts to 24 mph
- Precipitation: 3% chance (National Weather Service forecast)
- UV Index: 5.6 — Moderate
- Sunrise / Sunset: 07:31 / 19:05
- Daylight: 11.6 hours (10.0 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Best outdoor window: Evening (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 85%
- Dew Point: Up to 62°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 59°F, 79% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 80°F, 54% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 68°F, 71% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 33 (peak 37) — Good
- PM2.5: 3.2 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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