Wichita, KS – Kansas residents should brace for another day of extreme heat and potential storms. Temperatures across the state are forecasted to reach dangerous levels, with heat indices expected to exceed 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Cities like Salina, Manhattan, and Harper are likely to experience the most intense heat, with indices reaching up to 107 degrees.
According to the US National Weather Service in Wichita, these conditions are expected to persist throughout the day. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, take frequent breaks, and limit outdoor activities during peak heating hours to prevent heat-related illnesses.
In addition to the scorching heat, scattered showers and isolated storms are predicted across central and south-central Kansas until 8 a.m. Some storms could bring wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea-sized hail. Stronger storms are anticipated later in the day and could bring nickel-sized hail and wind gusts between 50-60 mph. However, these storms will be hit-or-miss, meaning not all areas will experience severe weather.
Looking ahead, the weather pattern remains active. Isolated storms are possible from late Wednesday night through early Thursday morning. Although temperatures may slightly cool down, the extreme heat is expected to return by Friday, with heat indices once again climbing above 105 degrees.
