Wichita, Kansas – Thunderstorms could hammer Wichita by early Tuesday with 25+ mph gusts and a 90% chance of downpours threatening morning commutes.
According to the National Weather Service, strong storms are expected to develop between 1 a.m. and 7 a.m. on Tuesday, June 3, with showers lingering through midday. Gusty south winds up to 26 mph will shift northwest as the system moves through Sedgwick County and surrounding areas. Drivers along U.S. Route 400 and I-135 should expect slick roads and brief visibility drops.
Storms could bring scattered lightning and minor flooding in low-lying areas. Residents should avoid underpasses and poorly drained intersections Tuesday morning and secure loose outdoor items tonight. Keep mobile devices charged and set up emergency alerts in case of overnight warnings.
Tuesday’s high will reach around 76°F, cooler than Monday’s 88°F, with skies gradually clearing after 2 p.m. More rain returns by Wednesday night, with another round of storms and possible heavy showers forecast into the weekend.
Expect a muggy, stormy start to June as summer temperatures briefly dip before rising again Thursday into the low 80s. Rain chances persist, especially Friday and Saturday.
🔎 Five-Day Summer Weather Outlook for Wichita, KS
- Wednesday (June 4): Mostly sunny, high near 74°F.
- Thursday (June 5): 30% chance of showers and storms, high near 77°F.
- Friday (June 6): 50% chance of storms, low around 63°F, high near 80°F.
- Saturday (June 7): More storms, high near 83°F.
- Sunday (June 8): Partly cloudy, 20% chance of storms, high around 84°F.
