Weather in Wichita Today

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Current temperature in Wichita: 23°C (73°F). Sunny. Today's high 31°C (88°F), low 18°C (64°F).

Live · Current ConditionsDay
23°
Sunny
RealFeel® 25°C
76%Humid
High31°
Low18°
12km/hSSEWind fromSouth-South-East↑↖· Max 15
Gentle Breeze · Gusts 25 km/h
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Today's Daylight Forecast

Clear sky
Fri, Sep 1110:30 AMDay
12h 35m daylight today24h view
Sunrise7:07 AMDawn 6:37 AM
Daylight remaining9h 11mNoon 1:25 PMTotal 12h 35m
Sunset7:43 PMDusk 8:12 PM
NowClear sky+23°C

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Health & Activity Advice
🟡 High UVAQI 26 · Good

High UV apply sunscreen before heading out. A hat or sun umbrella is recommended during peak hours.

5-Day Weather Forecast

Full 15-Day Forecast

Atmospheric Details

Wind
12 km/h
SSE · Gentle Breeze · Max 15 km/h
Humidity
76 %
High · feels muggy
UV Index
7
High
Visibility
16 km
Excellent
Pressure
968 hPa
Low · change likely
Dew Point
19°C
Somewhat humid

Today vs Normal

31°C+2° above normal

The long-term average high for today is 29°C.

17 of the last 19 days with published data ran above normal.

It continues that pattern - today's forecast is also running above normal.

2026-08-19: 33°C33°2026-08-20: 37°C37°2026-08-21: 38°C38°2026-08-22: 35°C35°2026-08-23: 31°C31°2026-08-24: 33°C33°2026-08-25: 33°C33°2026-08-26: 35°C35°2026-08-27: 34°C34°2026-08-28: 36°C36°2026-08-29: 39°C39°2026-08-30: 39°C39°

Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days

Air Quality

Air Quality
Good

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Health & Activity Advice

⚠ Take Precautions

UV index is 7 today — high. Apply sunscreen before heading out, and consider a hat or shade during peak hours (roughly late morning to mid-afternoon).

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Morning before 10 AM or evening after 4 PM is the more comfortable window for outdoor activity today.

Nearby Regional Outlook

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Wichita?

The hottest month in Wichita is typically July, with daytime highs averaging around 32.5°C (91°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 22.5°C (73°F).

What is the coldest month in Wichita?

The coldest month in Wichita is typically January, with overnight lows averaging around -3.9°C (25°F) and daytime highs near 5.9°C (43°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Freezing overnight temperatures are common during this month, so plan for icy conditions in the early morning.

Does Wichita have a rainy season?

Wichita doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. May is the wettest month on average (about 170 mm), while February is the driest (about 28 mm).

What's the best time of year to visit Wichita?

The best time to visit Wichita is typically October, when daytime highs average a comfortable 21.2°C (70°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 82 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Is Wichita's air quality safe right now?

As of the latest reading, Wichita's air quality index (AQI) is 26, rated "Good", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is considered satisfactory, with little to no health risk.