TOPEKA, Kan. – The warm November air lingers this morning, with Wichita starting near 60°F under a thick gray sky. Dampness clings to the roads as Kansas braces for a quick round of rain this weekend — a reminder that the quiet fall stretch may not last long.
The National Weather Service in Wichita says a series of weak systems will pass through south-central Kansas between late Saturday night and early Monday, bringing up to a half-inch of rainfall in spots. While this won’t cause flooding, Sunday travelers could face slick roads and reduced visibility, especially on I-35 and I-135.
Saturday will stay mild, near 59°F, with a mix of clouds and sun before showers begin late Sunday. A few pockets of heavier rain could linger through early Monday, though widespread impacts remain limited. The real story is the pattern shift — cooler, drier air will move in early next week, setting the stage for a crisp Thanksgiving stretch.
For travelers heading out of Kansas early in the week, the weather looks cooperative. Tuesday through Thursday should bring mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 40s to low 50s — ideal for driving or flying ahead of the holiday.
Looking nationally, meteorologists are monitoring a larger storm system that could deliver 3–10 inches of snow across the Central Plains, Midwest, and Great Lakes between November 25 and December 3. Kansas should remain rain-dominant, but cooler air could edge southward by the end of next week.
For now, Wichita’s weather offers a mild, wet weekend — a brief interruption before Thanksgiving travel kicks into full swing.
Five-Day Forecast for Wichita, KS:
Sat: 59/42 – Mostly sunny, light wind.
Sun: 60/50 – Showers late; up to 0.5”.
Mon: 53/42 – Cloudy, lingering rain.
Tue: 46/30 – Mostly sunny, breezy.
Wed: 49/30 – Clear and cool; dry roads.
