WICHITA, Kan. – The early-morning air feels crisp but calm across south-central Kansas as another sunlit stretch begins to unfold. After a cool start near 36 degrees, a steady warm-up will carry Wichita toward near-record highs in the upper 60s and low 70s through midweek — a quiet pause before November’s next cool-down edges in by the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, Veterans Day will turn mostly sunny by mid-morning with south winds gusting up to 22 mph. Highs climb into the mid-60s today, rising into the 70s on Wednesday and Thursday under mostly clear skies. Residents planning Veterans Day events or outdoor errands can expect ideal weather, though loose debris may blow across open fields and roadways as breezes strengthen.
By Friday night into Saturday, models show a subtle shift as a weak cold front pushes across the Plains. Temperatures will dip back into the 50s and low 60s, with scattered light showers possible Saturday into Sunday — a reminder that late-fall changes can arrive quickly. While the system looks light, brief rain may create slick spots early for those traveling along I-35 or U.S. 54.
Forecasters say the weekend pattern marks an early “winter tease” for Kansas. Cooler air lingers into early next week, with highs dropping closer to the mid-50s by Monday. For now, the state sits in a pleasant lull — perfect for raking leaves, finishing outdoor projects, or testing heaters before real cold arrives near Thanksgiving.
Five-Day Forecast for Wichita, KS:
Tue: 66/39 – Becoming sunny; breezy afternoon.
Wed: 68/44 – Sunny; light south wind.
Thu: 70/49 – Mostly sunny; warm for mid-November.
Fri: 73/57 – Mostly sunny; slight cooling trend late.
Sat: 73/54 – Chance of showers; cooler air building.
