Dodge City, Kan. – Thunderstorms are expected to bring another round of rain to Kansas through Wednesday night, keeping roads wet and skies unsettled across much of the state. Drivers should be cautious in Dodge City and surrounding counties as downpours could reduce visibility and leave behind ponding on highways.
According to the National Weather Service in Dodge City, showers and storms will build late Tuesday into Wednesday, with rain chances peaking at 70 percent through Wednesday night. Some storms may produce brief heavy rainfall, though severe weather is not expected at this time.
Highs will stay cooler than normal, ranging from the lower 70s to near 80 through midweek, with overnight lows dipping into the upper 50s and lower 60s. Winds will shift north by Thursday, helping push storms out of the region and bringing drier conditions by Friday.
Travelers along U.S. 50 and U.S. 283 may want to plan for wet pavement and occasional delays, especially during the Wednesday evening commute. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activity during heavier showers and to secure outdoor belongings.
The unsettled pattern should ease by late week, with mostly cloudy but dry conditions expected Friday. Storm chances return briefly this weekend before clearing again by Labor Day.
Five Day Forecast for Dodge City, KS
- Tuesday: High near 72, patchy fog early, showers developing late.
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 80.
- Thursday: Morning showers possible, high near 73.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 74.
- Saturday: 30–40% chance of storms, high near 75.
