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South-Central Kansas Weather Oct. 20-25: Showers Today, Rain by Sunday
Wichita, KS – Light rain showers and sprinkles are expected across portions of central, south central and southeast Kansas on Tuesday, October 20, before warmer temperatures return later this week and
By Evan Cross · 2026-10-20T10:56:07.733Z
Wichita, KS – Light rain showers and sprinkles are expected across portions of central, south central and southeast Kansas on Tuesday, October 20, before warmer temperatures return later this week and another opportunity for rainfall develops over the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, seasonably mild conditions will dominate much of the week, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the upper 70s by Thursday and Friday.
Tuesday will bring scattered light showers and sprinkles , with afternoon highs ranging from 68 to 72 degrees across the forecast area.
Rain chances will continue into Tuesday night, although the forecast does not indicate a widespread heavy rainfall event.
Overnight temperatures are expected to remain relatively mild, with lows between 50 and 54 degrees.
Wednesday, October 21, could begin with lingering showers before conditions improve. Afternoon temperatures will climb between 73 and 76 degrees, bringing a warmer afternoon to much of the region.
Thursday and Friday are expected to be the warmest days of the week.
Thursday will feature mostly sunny skies, with highs ranging from 75 to 79 degrees.
Friday will bring partly cloudy and breezy conditions, with temperatures again reaching 75 to 79 degrees. Overnight lows are expected to range from 54 to 59 degrees.
By Saturday, October 24, another weather system could bring increasing rain chances late in the day.
Saturday temperatures are forecast between 70 and 77 degrees, with breezy conditions continuing.
Rain chances will extend into Sunday, October 25, when afternoon highs are expected to range from 65 to 74 degrees.
The changing pattern could affect weekend outdoor plans across the Wichita metropolitan area and surrounding communities in Sedgwick, Butler, Harvey and nearby counties.
Residents planning weekend travel or outdoor activities should monitor updated forecasts as the timing and coverage of showers become clearer.
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