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Wichita, KS Weather Oct. 28-Nov. 2: Storms Return, Temps Drop
Wichita, KS – Residents across central, south central and southeast Kansas should prepare for several rounds of unsettled weather beginning later this week, with showers and thunderstorms potentially
By Wesley Grant · 2026-10-26T22:10:44.702Z
Wichita, KS – Residents across central, south central and southeast Kansas should prepare for several rounds of unsettled weather beginning later this week, with showers and thunderstorms potentially affecting Halloween weekend plans as temperatures gradually cool.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, its Monday, Oct. 26, forecast calls for mostly above average temperatures through Monday, Nov. 2, alongside intermittent rain and thunderstorm chances.
Warm Start Before Rain Chances Increase Wednesday, Oct. 28, is expected to bring breezy conditions with afternoon highs between 77 and 80 degrees. Overnight temperatures should range from 53 to 60 degrees.
Thursday, Oct. 29, will remain warm, with highs reaching 76 to 82 degrees. Showers and thunderstorms may develop at times, signaling the beginning of a more unsettled pattern.
By Friday, Oct. 30, temperatures are expected to ease into the 72 to 75 degree range as additional showers and thunderstorms become possible.
Halloween Weekend Could Turn Wet Saturday, Oct. 31, could bring periodic showers and thunderstorms across portions of the region, with daytime highs ranging from 68 to 72 degrees.
The timing of rainfall may affect outdoor Halloween celebrations, although the forecast does not indicate that rain will persist throughout the entire day.
Sunday, Nov. 1, should bring highs between 70 and 76 degrees, with another opportunity for showers developing later in the day.
Unsettled weather could continue Monday, Nov. 2, with breezy conditions, occasional showers and highs between 68 and 74 degrees.
The National Weather Service has not identified a specific severe weather threat in this outlook, and the timing and coverage of thunderstorms remain subject to change.
Residents planning weekend travel, trick or treating or outdoor gatherings should monitor updated forecasts for more precise rainfall timing.
Additional information is available at weather.gov/ict .