Wichita, KS – Kansas will experience a sharp drop in temperatures as an Arctic Blast spreads across the Central Plains from Monday, Dec. 1 through Friday, Dec. 5, driving the state into a Cold December pattern with bitter cold, light snow, and subzero wind chill risk, especially in northern Kansas.
According to the National Weather Service, early-week disturbances riding the leading edge of Arctic air will bring light snow and flurries, primarily Monday night into Tuesday. While snowfall amounts should remain light, brief slick spots are possible during the morning commute, especially north of I-70.
Temperatures will plunge into the teens statewide, with single digits likely across northern and central Kansas. Wind chills may reach 0°F to –10°F in Wichita, while northern Kansas could experience –10°F to –20°F at times during the early-morning hours midweek.
NOAA’s 6–10 Day Temperature Outlook places Kansas firmly in the below-normal temperature zone for Dec. 1–Dec. 5, consistent with the powerful Arctic surge affecting much of the central U.S. Reinforcing cold fronts may bring additional flurries or pockets of light snow later in the week.
While no major winter storm is expected, forecasters warn that the combination of icy roads, scattered snow showers, and dangerous wind chills may impact travel and outdoor activity statewide.
Residents should prepare for prolonged cold and monitor updated NWS advisories as the Arctic air settles in.
