Kansas Weather Alert: Freezing Rain and Icy Conditions Expected Midweek Along U.S. Route 50

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Dodge City, KS – Southwest Kansas residents should prepare for potentially hazardous weather conditions this week, with freezing rain and icy roads forecasted by Wednesday night. Temperatures are expected to dip, bringing a mix of rain, freezing rain, and possibly snow. Motorists traveling along U.S. Route 50 should exercise caution, as slick conditions are possible during evening and overnight hours.

According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Dodge City, a strong low-pressure system will bring widespread precipitation across the region starting Thursday. Initial rainfall could transition into freezing rain late Wednesday night into early Thursday, with temperatures hovering near freezing. Accumulations of 0.25 to 0.50 inches of rain are possible, with localized areas exceeding an inch.

The extended forecast shows improving conditions after the system clears. Monday and Tuesday will be sunny and mild, with highs reaching the low to mid-50s. Wednesday night marks the beginning of the weather shift, with temperatures dropping into the mid-20s. Rain and wet snow are likely Thursday evening into Friday morning, impacting roadways and travel plans.

Residents should monitor updated forecasts and take precautions. Stock up on essentials, ensure vehicles are winter-ready, and allow extra time for commutes. The NWS advises checking road conditions through Kansas 511 before traveling.

This week’s full forecast:

Monday: Sunny, high of 51°F.

Tuesday: Sunny, high of 55°F.

Wednesday Night: Freezing rain likely, low of 25°F.

Thursday: Rain turning to snow, high of 47°F.

Friday: Rain and snow mix, high near 40°F.

Stay prepared as Kansas faces a midweek weather shift.

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