Wichita, KS – Kansas residents should prepare for a gusty and unseasonably warm spring weekend as wind advisories and soaring temperatures move across Sedgwick County, with conditions expected to impact travel along I-35 and local outdoor activities.
According to the National Weather Service, Saturday, April 12, will bring sunny skies and a high near 79°F to Wichita, but strong south winds between 16 to 28 mph are expected by the afternoon. Gusts could reach up to 39 mph, prompting a local wind alert and elevated fire danger in open areas. Residents planning to travel on I-35 or attend outdoor events should secure loose objects and drive cautiously.
By Sunday, Wichita will see a dramatic temperature spike with a high of 88°F. Winds will again pick up—shifting from the southwest to the northwest in the afternoon—with gusts as high as 31 mph. The combination of heat and wind could stress early spring vegetation and impact those working outdoors.
The warm pattern will break slightly by Monday, which brings partly sunny skies and a high near 67°F. Nighttime lows will dip to the low 40s, creating potential for cooler mornings. Tuesday warms back up to 72°F and stays sunny during the day.
A 30% chance of rain and thunderstorms arrives Tuesday night into Wednesday, when skies turn partly cloudy and the high holds near 78°F. Residents should stay alert for updated forecasts as showers could impact midweek commutes.
Five-Day Forecast for Wichita, KS:
- Saturday: Sunny, 79°F. Winds S 16–28 mph.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, 88°F. Winds SW to NW.
- Monday: Partly sunny, 67°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny, 72°F.
- Wednesday: 30% chance of showers/storms. High 78°F.
