Wichita, Kansas – Kansas residents should brace for dangerously hot conditions starting Friday, July 18, as heat indices soar near 100 degrees across Sedgwick County and beyond. Wichita will see a sharp rise in temperatures that could make weekend travel and outdoor plans hazardous, particularly along busy corridors like I-135 and U.S. Route 54.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, Friday kicks off a streak of intense summer heat, with highs reaching 95°F and climbing to 99°F by Sunday. From Saturday through Wednesday, heat index values are forecast to exceed 100°, creating potentially unsafe conditions for anyone outdoors for extended periods.
Expect the following impacts across the Wichita area and south-central Kansas:
- Friday, July 18: Mostly sunny with highs near 95°F; calm winds with afternoon gusts up to 20 mph.
- Saturday & Sunday: Hot, sunny, and dry — highs from 98°F to 99°F; overnight lows remain above 75°F.
- Monday–Wednesday (July 21–23): Continued heat with daytime highs reaching 100°F and little overnight relief.
While isolated thunderstorms remain possible through Sunday evening, widespread severe weather is not expected at this time.
⚠️ Next Update: Heat advisories may be issued if conditions persist or worsen. Stay tuned to weather.gov for the latest alerts.
🌤 Wichita 5-Day Forecast (Friday, July 18 – Wednesday, July 23)
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 95°F
- Saturday: Sunny, hot, high 98°F
- Sunday: Sunny, high 99°F
- Monday: Sunny, high near 100°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 100°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 100°F
