Wichita, KS – Isolated storms are possible across central and south-central Kansas this morning, but the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wichita reports that rain chances should taper off by this afternoon.
According to the NWS, temperatures will gradually warm through the end of the week, with highs reaching into the upper 80s and near 90 degrees on Friday. Breezy conditions are expected Friday and Saturday, keeping skies mostly clear.
The next weather system is forecast to arrive late in the weekend. A few storms are possible late Sunday, with conditions unsettled heading into the following week. Until then, daytime highs will remain seasonably warm, ranging from the low 80s to near 90, while overnight lows stay in the mid-60s.
Residents in Wichita, Hutchinson, El Dorado, and across south-central Kansas should be aware of the potential for strong storms late Sunday. Travelers are advised to monitor updated forecasts, especially if planning outdoor activities this weekend.
This week’s pattern marks a shift from cooler September conditions, with a noticeable warming trend into early October. The NWS emphasizes that storm chances late Sunday could bring brief disruptions, but details on severity remain uncertain.