Kansas wakes up to crisp air and pale winter sunshine, with thermometers hovering near 34 degrees across Wichita this morning. Light winds keep it calm for now, but the February chill still bites early commuters stepping onto dry pavement.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, sunshine dominates today with highs climbing to 54 degrees. Winds turn southeast at 5 to 7 mph by late morning. Skies stay clear enough for a bright afternoon, offering a brief winter thaw feel across Sedgwick County.
Clouds increase Thursday, but temperatures respond. Highs reach 62 degrees as milder air spreads north. Streets stay dry, and travel along I-135 and Kellogg Avenue remains smooth. By Friday, another push of warmth sends highs near 60 degrees with partial sun early.
Rain chances rise Friday night, with a 50 percent chance of showers and lows near 45. Wet roads could develop after sunset, so plan ahead if you have Valentine’s Weekend plans. Saturday holds a 50 percent chance of rain with highs near 56. Keep umbrellas handy and allow extra braking distance.
Sunday turns sunnier and warmer, with highs around 62. Early next week, temperatures surge even higher. Washington’s Birthday could reach the upper 60s, and Tuesday may flirt with 69 degrees. That’s 10 to 20 degrees above mid-February averages.
For now, enjoy today’s dry winter weather and steady warm-up. Rain appears manageable, but timing may shift. Traveling this weekend? Let us know what conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook for Wichita, Kansas:
Wednesday: Sunny, high 54.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high 62.
Friday: Partly sunny, high 60; rain possible late.
Saturday: Chance of rain, high 56.
Sunday: Sunny, high 62.
