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Wichita, KS Rainfall Update: Nearly 4 Inches Reported Wednesday Oct 14
Wichita, KS – Parts of south central Kansas received nearly 5 inches of rainfall in just 24 hours, with several communities around the Wichita metropolitan area recording substantial totals by Wednesd
By Avery Collins · 2026-10-14T15:46:34.647Z
Wichita, KS – Parts of south central Kansas received nearly 5 inches of rainfall in just 24 hours, with several communities around the Wichita metropolitan area recording substantial totals by Wednesday morning, Oct. 14.
According to the National Weather Service NWS in Wichita, a narrow corridor of 3 to 5 inches of rain fell across portions of south central Kansas during the 24 hour period ending around 7 a.m. Wednesday.
The agency released updated rainfall estimates Wednesday morning, highlighting several locations where totals exceeded 3 inches.
Where the Heaviest Rain Fell Among the highest reported amounts was 4.70 inches northwest of Harper , followed closely by 4.65 inches west northwest of Douglas.
Haysville, located south of Wichita in Sedgwick County, recorded 3.96 inches, while another observation south of Douglas measured 3.87 inches.
Additional rainfall reports included:
Rock: 3.86 inches West of Belle Plaine: 3.72 inches Rose Hill: 3.39 inches South of Peck: 3.37 inches The measurements show how rainfall varied significantly across the region, with the heaviest precipitation concentrated in a relatively narrow area.
What Residents Should Know Wednesday Rainfall totals approaching 5 inches in 24 hours can increase the risk of localized flooding, particularly in low lying areas, drainage systems and locations where water collects on roadways.
However, the NWS rainfall report did not establish that widespread flooding or major road closures had occurred.
Residents traveling across Sedgwick, Butler, Sumner and Harper counties should remain alert for standing water and changing road conditions where heavy rainfall occurred.
Motorists should never attempt to drive through flooded roads because water depth and roadway damage can be difficult to judge.
The NWS rainfall map documents precipitation through approximately 7 a.m. Wednesday and does not represent a forecast of additional rainfall.
Residents can monitor the National Weather Service in Wichita for updated forecasts, advisories and any subsequent flood related alerts.