Wichita, Kan. – Drivers across Kansas should prepare for wet roads Sunday as scattered thunderstorms return to the region. Gusty winds, small hail, and pockets of heavy rain may develop, especially west of Highway 281. Travelers are urged to slow down, allow extra drive time, and remain alert during evening commutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, storm chances climb Sunday morning, with stronger activity likely by afternoon into the evening. The Flint Hills region faces the highest threat, with the possibility of small hail and locally heavy downpours. Spotter activation is not anticipated, but rapid changes in weather conditions could still create hazardous travel.
Wichita will see a high near 84 on Sunday with storm chances increasing late in the day. South winds could gust up to 22 mph, making outdoor activities more challenging. By Monday, skies clear with highs near 88, but storms return Tuesday night and continue intermittently through Wednesday.
Residents across central and southeast Kansas should stay weather aware. Keep mobile devices charged, check updated forecasts, and avoid flooded roads. While widespread severe weather is not expected, isolated strong storms may disrupt evening travel and outdoor plans.
The unsettled pattern stretches into midweek, before calmer and cooler fall-like weather settles in by Thursday.
Five Day Forecast for Wichita, Kansas
- Sunday: High 84, scattered showers and storms after 10 a.m. Storms linger into evening.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 88, calm winds.
- Tuesday: High 87, storms possible late, especially overnight.
- Wednesday: High 82, showers and storms likely during the day.
- Thursday: High 82, mostly sunny and calmer conditions.
