Dodge City, KS – A strong storm system is set to bring heavy rainfall to southwest Kansas, beginning Friday and extending into early Saturday. The National Weather Service forecasts that areas around Dodge City could see over an inch of rain by Friday night, increasing the risk of localized flooding and travel disruptions.
According to the US National Weather Service in Dodge City, computer models show the storm tracking from New Mexico into western Kansas, with moisture from the Gulf of Mexico fueling intense rainfall. The heaviest showers are anticipated Friday evening, with continued rain through Saturday morning, potentially impacting visibility and road conditions on US-400 and other major routes.
Five-Day Dodge City Weather Forecast:
• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 53°F; 40% chance of evening showers.
• Thursday: Cloudy with a high of 48°F; 50% chance of rain in the afternoon.
• Friday: Showers likely, mainly before midnight; high of 46°F, low around 37°F, with up to 1 inch of rain expected.
• Saturday: Partly sunny with a slight chance of lingering showers in the morning; high near 51°F.
• Sunday: Sunny, clearing up for a dry day; high around 61°F.
Residents should prepare for potential flooding and avoid low-lying areas prone to water accumulation. Drivers are urged to check road conditions and exercise caution, especially along highways where visibility may be reduced. For timely updates, monitor alerts from the National Weather Service and local emergency channels.
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