Wichita, KS – A bone-chilling start to Friday morning greeted Wichita residents with wind chills as low as 9 degrees. As students waited for school buses, single-digit feels-like temperatures reminded everyone of winter’s grip. However, a significant warm-up is on the way this weekend, bringing much-needed relief to the region.
According to the National Weather Service, Friday afternoon temperatures will rise to a sunny high of 47 degrees as south-southwest winds increase, offering some reprieve from the icy morning. Saturday will deliver even more good news, with highs climbing to 58 degrees under clear skies. Wind gusts up to 20 mph may occur, but overall conditions are expected to remain mild and sunny.
Overnight Saturday, temperatures will drop to a low of 41 degrees before another pleasant day unfolds Sunday. Sunday’s high is projected at 57 degrees with mostly sunny skies, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Looking ahead, Monday’s high of 52 degrees will continue the mild trend, though Tuesday may see cooler conditions with highs near 42 degrees.
Residents are advised to bundle up Friday morning before enjoying the sunny weekend ahead. For those traveling, be aware of gusty winds on major highways like I-35 and US-400 through Saturday.
Stay updated on changing conditions to make the most of the pleasant weekend weather.
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