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Kansas Weather Alert: Wichita 40% Rain Sunday, Nov 10–15
Wichita, KS – Thick morning fog could make southern Kansas roadways difficult to navigate before sunshine returns and a sharp temperature change develops later this week.
By Cameron Hayes · 2026-11-10T12:06:37.990Z
Wichita, KS – Thick morning fog could make southern Kansas roadways difficult to navigate before sunshine returns and a sharp temperature change develops later this week.
Wichita temperatures are expected to climb near 69 degrees before falling into the 30s, with weekend rain chances also entering the picture.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, areas of dense fog are possible across portions of southern Kansas Tuesday morning, November 10.
The agency's hazardous weather outlook, issued at 5:34 a.m. CST, directs residents to the latest Dense Fog Advisory for additional details.
Visibility at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport was reported near seven miles at 5:43 a.m., although conditions can vary across the region.
Morning Fog Creates Travel Concerns Across Southern Kansas Drivers traveling Interstate 135, Interstate 35 and U.S. Highway 54 should remain alert for localized visibility reductions.
Fog can make vehicles, intersections and roadway hazards harder to recognize.
Use low beam headlights and allow additional following distance wherever visibility becomes restricted.
The supplied forecast indicates patchy fog before 9 a.m., followed by sunshine and highs near 69 degrees.
Wednesday Through Friday: A 17 Degree Temperature Drop Wednesday, November 11, brings sunny skies and highs near 67 degrees.
Northwest winds could gust as high as 26 mph, introducing a breezier feel across open roads and fields.
Temperatures fall toward 41 degrees by Thursday morning.
Thursday brings another sunny afternoon, but highs reach only 60 degrees.
The colder air becomes more noticeable Thursday evening, when temperatures approach 35 degrees.
Friday, November 13, delivers sunshine with highs near 52 degrees.
That's a 17 degree drop from Tuesday's expected high.
For homeowners, the remaining dry weather offers an opportunity to clear leaves, protect sensitive plants and prepare outdoor equipment.
Although temperatures approach freezing, the supplied outlook does not indicate widespread freezing precipitation or flash freeze conditions.
Weekend Outlook: Rain Chances Return Sunday Saturday, November 14, brings a modest rebound, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 57 degrees.
A 20% chance of showers develops after midnight Saturday night, with lows around 45 degrees.
Sunday, November 15, carries a 40% chance of showers and highs near 58 degrees.
Wet pavement could affect weekend travel if precipitation develops.
The NWS hazardous weather outlook does not identify additional hazardous weather through Monday.
No tornado threat is indicated in the supplied Wichita outlook.
Residents should continue monitoring updated forecasts as Thanksgiving approaches, although no specific snowstorm is established.
How foggy was your morning commute around Wichita? Are you ready for temperatures in the 30s later this week?