Dodge City, KS – Residents across southwest Kansas can expect a noticeable warm-up this weekend, with temperatures climbing well above seasonal averages and possibly approaching record levels by Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Dodge City, highs on Sunday will range from the upper 60s to the lower 70s, setting the stage for even warmer conditions heading into the start of the workweek. Forecast models show Monday temperatures warming into the mid- to upper 70s, with some locations potentially reaching near 80 degrees.
Meteorologists say there is a 50–65% chance that highs on Monday will exceed 80 degrees in a few southwest Kansas communities, particularly along and west of U.S. Highway 83. Cities including Garden City, Liberal, Dodge City, and Medicine Lodge could see temperatures more typical of April than early February.
The unusually warm air mass may also put long-standing records at risk. Historical data shows record highs for February 9 include 83 degrees in Dodge City, 85 degrees in Garden City, and 85 degrees in Medicine Lodge, all set in 1976. While breaking those records is not guaranteed, forecasters say several locations could come close.
The warm stretch is expected to remain dry, minimizing travel or safety concerns, but residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and be mindful of rapid temperature changes if cooler air returns later in the week.
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