Wichita, Kansas – Sunshine returns to Kansas on Friday, August 1st, bringing a brief break before storms take aim at Wichita later in the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, Friday will be mostly sunny with a high near 81°F and northeast winds up to 11 mph. Conditions will remain dry through Saturday, making it an ideal window for outdoor plans or early August travel across Sedgwick County and surrounding areas. However, by Sunday, the forecast shifts sharply.
A 50% chance of thunderstorms develops Sunday morning, increasing to 60% by Sunday night, with heavy rain and lightning possible. These storms may impact roads including I-135, I-35, and U.S. 54 through Monday. Residents should monitor changing conditions and avoid flooded streets. Keep phones charged and prepare for potential power outages Sunday into Monday morning.
The five-day outlook shows Wichita gradually heating up next week. Monday’s high is expected near 89°F under mostly sunny skies. By Wednesday, highs could reach 94°F, marking the region’s hottest stretch in weeks. Overnight lows will remain mild, ranging from the mid-60s to low 70s.
This weekend’s incoming rain signals a wet start to August, with more instability possible midweek. Another round of showers could develop by Wednesday night.
Stay weather-aware through Monday as more alerts may be issued. Keep up with updates from the NWS and local emergency services.
