Wichita, KS – A hot and sunny Sunday will set the stage for a potentially stormy night across Wichita as strong thunderstorms return to the forecast. According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, southeast Kansas is under a summer weather alert Sunday night as storms are expected to develop after 1 a.m., bringing gusty winds up to 60 mph and the risk of locally heavy rainfall.
Residents should prepare for a loud and possibly wet overnight stretch into early Monday. The strongest storms will be capable of producing downburst winds and short periods of torrential rain, particularly across southern Kansas counties.
Monday may offer a brief break, with only a 30% chance of storms after 1 p.m. and highs in the upper 80s. Storm chances diminish Monday night, with a slight chance lingering under partly cloudy skies.
By Tuesday, Wichita should see mostly sunny skies and highs near 87°F. A few showers may return Tuesday night (20% chance), but the forecast trends clearer by midweek.
Looking ahead to the 4th of July on Friday, expect dry and warm conditions to return. Independence Day brings mostly sunny skies and highs in the low 90s—ideal for outdoor celebrations and fireworks if current patterns hold.
Stay weather-aware, especially Sunday night. Make sure outdoor items are secured and stay updated with local alerts if storms intensify.
For more on daily conditions, including real-time radar and forecasts, visit: https://www.weather.gov/ict
