Wichita, Kansas – Thunderstorms could interrupt Independence Day plans across south-central Kansas as a weak front brings isolated afternoon storms to the Wichita area by 1 p.m. Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, there’s a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms on July 4, mainly after midday, followed by rising chances—up to 40%—from Friday through the weekend. Highs will hover near 90°F daily, with south winds gusting up to 28 mph on Friday.
Locally heavy downpours and brief lightning may impact outdoor celebrations in Wichita, Derby, and El Dorado, especially Thursday evening into Friday. No widespread severe weather is expected, but residents should monitor skies and have backup indoor plans. Roads could become slick during downbursts, especially near I-135 and K-96.
Saturday and Sunday bring higher rain odds, with 40% chances each day. While not a washout, weekend events may face delays. Stay weather-aware and check alerts before heading out.
Storm chances continue into Monday, with temperatures dropping slightly. Another update is expected by Thursday morning if watches or warnings are issued.
📅 Wichita Five-Day Forecast:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 90°F
- Thursday: 20% chance of storms after 1 p.m., high 87°F
- Friday: 30% chance of storms, high near 90°F
- Saturday: 40% chance of storms, high near 90°F
- Sunday: 40% chance of storms, high near 88°F
