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Kansas Weather Alert: Wichita 34° to 68°, Rain Nov 15-21
Wichita, KS — Kansas is heading into a noticeable November temperature swing. Wichita residents could trade chilly 30 degree mornings for afternoons approaching 70 degrees before rain chances return l
By Avery Collins · 2026-11-15T12:18:26.841Z
Wichita, KS — Kansas is heading into a noticeable November temperature swing. Wichita residents could trade chilly 30 degree mornings for afternoons approaching 70 degrees before rain chances return late in the week.
The warming trend will become especially noticeable Wednesday and Thursday, while Friday introduces another change that could affect weekend travel plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, temperatures will climb from approximately 49 degrees Sunday, November 15, to 68 degrees Friday, November 20.
Meanwhile, precipitation chances increase toward the weekend, with showers and possible thunderstorms entering the extended outlook.
Chilly November Weather Gives Way to Sunshine Sunday begins with mostly cloudy skies and a 30% chance of showers, mainly before 8 a.m.
Conditions should gradually improve, with sunshine developing and temperatures reaching approximately 49 degrees.
Sunday night turns partly cloudy, with temperatures falling near 34 degrees.
That puts Wichita just two degrees above freezing, creating a brisk start to Monday.
Monday brings improving skies and a high near 54 degrees.
South winds increase slightly during the morning, reaching approximately 5 9 mph.
Monday night remains partly cloudy, with temperatures settling near 41 degrees.
Temperatures Climb Into the 60s by Wednesday Tuesday, November 17, continues the warming trend.
Mostly sunny skies push temperatures near 58 degrees, followed by a milder Tuesday night low around 46 degrees.
Wednesday becomes an important turning point.
Temperatures reach approximately 62 degrees, with mostly sunny skies and breezy conditions developing.
Wednesday night remains relatively mild, with temperatures falling near 49 degrees.
For residents across Sedgwick County and the greater Wichita metropolitan area, the warming trend should provide several comfortable afternoons.
Thursday and Friday Bring Warmer Weather, Then Rain Chances Thursday, November 19, brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 64 degrees.
However, clouds increase Thursday night, with a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Temperatures remain unusually mild compared with earlier mornings, falling only near 55 degrees.
Friday becomes the warmest day of the extended outlook, with temperatures reaching approximately 68 degrees.
Breezy conditions accompany a 30% chance of showers.
By Friday night, rain chances increase to 50%, potentially affecting evening travel along Interstate 35, Interstate 135 and U.S. Highway 54.
The supplied forecast does not identify a tornado threat or widespread severe thunderstorms for Wichita.
Wichita Five Day Weather Outlook: November 15 19 Sunday, Nov. 15: A 30% chance of morning showers before 8 a.m., then gradually becoming mostly sunny. High near 49°F. Partly cloudy tonight, low near 34°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Partly sunny early, becoming sunny. High near 54°F. South winds around 5 9 mph. Partly cloudy Monday night, low near 41°F. Tuesday, Nov. 17: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high near 58°F. Partly cloudy Tuesday night, low near 46°F. Wednesday, Nov. 18: Mostly sunny and breezy, with a high near 62°F. Partly cloudy Wednesday night, low near 49°F. Thursday, Nov. 19: Mostly sunny with a high near 64°F. A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms Thursday night, low near 55°F. Looking Ahead: November 20 21 Friday brings breezy conditions, a 30% chance of showers and a high near 68 degrees.
Friday night carries a 50% chance of showers, with temperatures remaining near 55 degrees.
Saturday stays mild, with a high near 65 degrees and a 40% chance of showers.
The extended outlook suggests the greatest rain chances arrive toward the weekend, although specific rainfall totals remain uncertain.
Are you enjoying Wichita's November warmup, or preparing for rain returning Friday and Saturday? Tell us what weather conditions you're seeing around Sedgwick County.