Wichita, KS – Residents should prepare for a significant temperature drop Friday as a cold front moves through Kansas, bringing highs only in the mid-30s. Following the chill, sunny skies and a warming trend will dominate the weekend, offering a mild reprieve before Christmas.
According to the National Weather Service, today’s high will reach 57°F with sunny skies before dropping to a low of 23°F tonight. Friday will see the coldest temperatures of the week, with highs struggling to exceed 37°F under continued sunny skies. Overnight lows Friday will dip to 23°F, but a southerly breeze will begin to moderate the chill heading into Saturday.
The weekend forecast offers relief, with highs of 44°F Saturday and a low of 29°F that night. By Sunday, temperatures will climb further to 50°F, making it ideal for outdoor errands or holiday shopping. Monday brings mild highs around 54°F and a slight chance of rain after midnight, but no significant weather threats are expected.
Drivers are advised to monitor road conditions Friday morning as cold temperatures may lead to frost on local routes, including Kellogg Avenue and I-135. Visibility should remain clear as patchy fog forecast for Thursday night dissipates by sunrise.
This extended stretch of sunny and calm weather will continue into Christmas week, ensuring smooth travel conditions across south-central Kansas. Stay updated on any changes to the forecast through the National Weather Service or local meteorologists.
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