Dodge City, KS – Residents across southwest Kansas will see summer-like heat continue into the weekend, with temperatures running well above normal for early October.
According to the National Weather Service in Dodge City, highs on Friday, October 3, are forecast to climb into the upper 80s and low 90s in cities including Liberal, Dodge City, and Garden City. The warm trend is expected to persist through Sunday, October 5, with maximum temperatures in the mid-80s to low 90s across the region.
The outlook shows Elkhart and Syracuse potentially hitting the lower 90s on Friday afternoon, while Hays and Larned may top out in the upper 80s. Despite slight cooling overnight, afternoons remain significantly warmer than typical early October averages.
Meteorologists note that the heat is widespread, with little relief until next week. While the pattern does not include severe weather or storms, residents should be prepared for unseasonably hot afternoons, especially those with outdoor plans or agricultural work.
The National Weather Service encourages residents to stay hydrated and use caution during extended periods outdoors. Although temperatures are not extreme compared to peak summer months, the persistence of above-normal warmth could still pose risks to sensitive groups.
This warm stretch is forecast to linger into early next week before temperatures gradually trend closer to seasonal norms.
