WEDNESDAY AM UPDATE:

More showers and storms today across KAKEland. The majority of the storms on Wednesday will be relatively tame, but a couple across Northwest Kansas into North Central could produce some high wind gusts!

Off and on rain showers and NON-Severe storms are expected through the morning and early afternoon across much of the state of Kansas. The stronger and possibly severe storms are not expected to develop until late afternoon or evening. These rowdy storms may form in Eastern Colorado and slide east into KAKEland. The most likely region to experience severe weather will be Northwest Kansas.

Storms that move into Northwest Kansas this evening and overnight could pack a punch with wind gusts that could exceed 65mph and hail stone possibly larger than quarters (1"). While a tornado can't be completely ruled out today, the environment is not looking overly favorable for them.

As the storms track east they are expected to gradually weaken. We do think there is a chance that high wind gusts will still be possible as they approach the I-135/US-81 corridor. It will likely be very late tonight or very early Thursday morning when they roll through North Central Kansas. 

Independence Day is looking MOSTLY dry for most of KAKEland. Western Kansas is looking sunny with just a very slim chance of a shower or storm for North and South Central Kansas. North Central Kansas could see some rain Thursday morning, while South Central could see some in the afternoon/evening. A few storms south and east of the Kansas Turnpike will be possible during the late afternoon and evening. It looks like most firework displays will be dry!

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TUESDAY AM UPDATE:

Storms are expected to fire up this afternoon and evening along a cold front and some of those storms could produce large hail and high wind gusts. The severe weather threat will return Wednesday, before we dry the sky for Independence Day! 

 

Tuesday starts off with some light rain shower activity, mainly across Northwest and North Central Kansas. The morning activity will be relatively tame and the morning cloud cover and showers will help keep temperatures down. With limited clouds for South Central and North Central Kansas, temperatures are expected to soar into the 90s and triple digits! It looks very likely that Wichita will hit the century mark with Salina looking a bit more questionable with cloud cover playing a bigger role. 

The humidity will make it feel much hotter during the afternoon across South Central Kansas. Heat Index values will likely range from 106° to around 110°!

During the afternoon hours, between roughly 4 to 6PM, storms are expected to initiate along a cold front. This front is expected to be draped across North Central Kansas into South Central Kansas. In addition to the storms along the front, a few storms may try to roll out of Eastern Colorado into Southwest Kansas late this evening into the overnight. 

Storms that develop during the afternoon on Tuesday could turn severe with large hail stones, possibly larger than quarters (1") and wind gusts up over 60mph. While a tornado does not look overly likely, we can't completely rule them out with the strongest cells. 

 Wednesday is expected to start off relatively quiet with just a few non-severe showers and storms. During the afternoon and evening, another round of storms is expected and once again some could be severe. 

 The most likely threat with the storms on Wednesday, will be high wind gusts followed by hail stones that could top 1". The most likely region to experience severe weather will be Northwest Kansas. Storms are expected to gradually weaken as they make their way toward the I-135 corridor.

 The majority of KAKEland will be dry and quiet on Independence Day! Temperatures will climb back into the low to middle 90s with a mix of sun and clouds. The most likely region to experience a shower or storms will be south and east of the Kansas Turnpike. 

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MONDAY AM UPDATE:

The heat barrels back into KAKEland as we kick off the work week! Temps will head toward 100° in spots with stifling humidity and dangerous heat indices. In addition to the uncomfortable temperatures, a few storms will be possible and some of them might even be strong and potentially severe.

 

After some early morning showers and storms, the focus on Monday, will be the heat and humidity. Temperatures will soar into the 90s and triple digits Monday for all of KAKEland. This may come as a shock to the system after the relatively cool temperatures we experienced on Sunday. 

 During the afternoon hours, heat index values for North and South Central Kansas will top 100°! If you are working outdoors, try your best to stay cool by wearing light colored and loose fitting clothing. Take frequent breaks and do your best to stay hydrated! 

 During the late day hours, a few showers and storms will be possible across Western Kansas. While a Severe Thunderstorms Warning can't be ruled out, the setup is not looking overly conducive to severe weather development. 

These showers and isolated storms are expected to meander eastward into North Central Kansas during the overnight hours. Tuesday may start off with some clouds and spotty rain across Western and portions of North Central Kansas. Those areas that remain relatively cloud free on Tuesday will make a run at triple digit highs! Another round of storms will be possible during the afternoon on Tuesday, generally along and ahead of a front that will stretch from Northeast Kansas into Southwest Kansas. 

Storms that fire up Tuesday afternoon could produce large hail stones, possibly larger than quarters (1") and wind gusts up over 60mph. While a tornado can't be completely ruled out from the strongest cells, the wind setup is not looking overly favorable for them. Areas that have received recent heavy rain, should monitor water levels and some localized flooding is not out of the question. 

Storms will track east, out of KAKEland, relatively early Tuesday night, making way for a fairly quiet night. A few more showers and storms will be possible on Wednesday with lower chances for Independence Day on Thursday. 

Stay tuned for updates and alerts! We’ll keep you up to date with our Interactive Radar and LIVE weather coverage. Get those features and more on the free First Alert Weather App. With the app you can track storms in your area, stream the latest forecast videos and live severe weather coverage, and set customized alerts to keep you and your family informed and safe.

In the event of severe weather, click here to follow KAKE First Alert Storm Trackers in the field.