Wichita, KS – A brutal Arctic blast is set to grip Wichita and central Kansas starting Sunday, bringing subzero wind chills and heavy snow. Residents should prepare for dangerous travel conditions and extreme cold through midweek.
According to the National Weather Service, subzero wind chills will begin Sunday morning, with temperatures feeling as low as -30°F. Snowfall is expected Monday night into Tuesday, accumulating up to an inch or more in some areas. Blustery winds up to 37 mph will make travel hazardous, particularly along I-35 and surrounding highways.
Monday night will bring the most severe weather, with snow likely after midnight and wind gusts up to 33 mph. Residents are urged to delay travel if possible and carry a winter survival kit if traveling is necessary.
The coldest day will be Wednesday, with highs barely reaching 7°F. Bitter Arctic air will linger through the week, keeping wind chills dangerously low. Stay updated with local forecasts and prepare homes and vehicles for extreme conditions.
