Wichita, Kansas – Severe storms could rattle parts of Kansas Sunday with damaging winds and hail expected near Wichita, especially along U.S. Highway 54.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, a few strong to severe thunderstorms may develop across Central and South-Central Kansas on Sunday, July 13, with wind gusts up to 60 mph, quarter-sized hail, and pockets of locally heavy rain. Counties at risk include Sedgwick, Harvey, Reno, Butler, and Cowley.
Residents in Wichita and surrounding communities should avoid unnecessary travel during active storms and secure loose outdoor items.
The storm threat extends through Thursday, July 17, with daily thunderstorm chances — particularly Monday and Wednesday — and continued risk of localized flooding due to persistent rainfall. Daytime highs will hover in the mid to upper 80s, reaching near 91°F by Tuesday, making for muggy and unstable summer afternoons.
Here’s the 5-day breakdown for Wichita:
- Sunday: 30% chance of storms by afternoon, high near 84°F
- Monday: Scattered storms possible after 4 p.m., high near 87°F
- Tuesday: Slight chance of afternoon storms, high around 91°F
- Wednesday: 40% chance of thunderstorms, high near 90°F
- Thursday: Isolated storms remain possible, high around 86°F
