On Friday morning, residents of Kansas awoke to temperatures that were below freezing, with wind chills reaching into the single digits in certain regions of the state. On the other hand, a strong warming trend is on its way, which will bring about conditions that are more agreeable for the weekend.
Throughout Friday, the National Weather Service in Wichita forecasts that the temperature will reach a high of 36 degrees with clear skies.
A low temperature of 22 degrees is likely to be reached on Friday night, but by Saturday, high temperatures are forecast to surge into the mid-40s, and bright skies are anticipated throughout the day. There will be a considerable increase in temperature on Sunday, with temperatures reaching the low to mid-50s. This will be a welcome relief from the chill that has been present throughout this week.
When looking ahead to the following week, it is anticipated that there will be sporadic rain showers on Monday evening, particularly in the southeast region of Kansas. Even into the morning of Christmas Eve, there is a forty percent chance of rain, and the temperature will remain in the fifties. If you are driving on major roads such as Interstate 35 or US-54 during this period, you should make preparations for the possibility of rainy conditions.
Over the next five days, the prognosis calls for a continuation of a combination of partly overcast and partly sunny sky, with high temperatures ranging from the 40s to the 50s. Through Christmas Day, it is anticipated that temperatures will continue to be mild, which will make traveling during the holiday season and engaging in activities outside more comfortable.
Reference: Kansas Weekend Weather: Warming Trend to Bring 50s by Sunday, Showers Possible Monday