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Dodge City, KS Weather Alert Oct. 24-25: Over 2 Inches of Rain Possible
Dodge City, KS – Residents across southwest Kansas should prepare for several rounds of showers and thunderstorms this weekend, with heavy rainfall potentially creating flash flooding concerns Saturda
By Erin Vale · 2026-10-21T18:32:19.641Z
Dodge City, KS – Residents across southwest Kansas should prepare for several rounds of showers and thunderstorms this weekend, with heavy rainfall potentially creating flash flooding concerns Saturday, Oct. 24, and Sunday, Oct. 25.
According to the National Weather Service office in Dodge City, widespread accumulating rainfall is anticipated across southwest Kansas as multiple rounds of thunderstorms move through the region.
Flash Flood Risk Saturday and Sunday
The Weather Prediction Center has placed portions of southwest Kansas under a slight risk for excessive rainfall on both Saturday and Sunday.
This designation represents a 15% to 39% chance of rainfall exceeding flash flood guidance within approximately 25 miles of a location.
Communities around Dodge City, Garden City, Liberal, Ulysses and surrounding areas could experience periods of heavy rain.
Forecasters warn that repeated thunderstorms may produce enough rainfall to cause water accumulation in low lying areas, streets and locations with poor drainage.
More Than 2 Inches of Rain Possible
The National Weather Service indicates a 30% to 50% probability that total weekend rainfall could exceed 2 inches within the slight risk areas, particularly west of U.S. Highway 83.
However, rainfall amounts will vary depending on where thunderstorms develop and how frequently storms move over the same locations.
Multiple rounds of heavy rainfall could increase localized flooding concerns, especially where drainage systems become overwhelmed.
Drivers Urged to Monitor Conditions
Residents planning weekend travel should remain alert for changing road conditions and possible water accumulation.
Drivers should never attempt to cross flooded roadways, as water depth and pavement conditions can be difficult to determine.
The greatest concern currently centers on Saturday and Sunday, although the exact timing and location of the heaviest thunderstorms remain uncertain.
Residents across southwest Kansas are encouraged to monitor updated National Weather Service forecasts and any flood watches or warnings issued as the weekend approaches.