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Kansas Weather Forecast

Kansas weather: 81°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.

⛅ 81°F now🕔 4:58 PM local📅 Best: August, September and October👥 2.9 million

Risk assessment for Kansas

Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.

Fire weather10

13 dry days, 14 days above 90°F and humidity at 68%. Hot, dry and windy together is what drives fire spread.

Airborne particulates4.2

Noticeable haze overhead right now. Aerosol readings cannot separate wildfire smoke from dust, so treat this as a haze signal, not a fire confirmation.

Air quality and pollen in Kansas

45
Good
Air quality is satisfactory for everyone.
PM2.57.6 µg/m³
PM108.4 µg/m³
Ozone121 µg/m³
NO₂1.6 µg/m³
UV index3.7 · Moderate
Airborne hazeNoticeable haze

Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.

Health and safety today

Skin and UVWear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Heat stressThe heat index is 84°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 68%. Sweat evaporates slowly, so drink before you feel thirsty and take shade breaks.
PetsPavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water.
Older adultsHeat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated.
ChildrenSmall bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport.

Active alerts for Kansas

⚠️Mon, Aug 24: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Tue, Aug 25: extreme heat, 99°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Aug 27: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Fri, Aug 28: extreme heat, 99°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Aug 29: extreme heat, 110°F (43°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Aug 30: extreme heat, 113°F (45°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Derived from the forecast. No official alert feed is wired for this country yet.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kansas?

Kansas is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 39.0473, -95.6752. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Kansas right now?

It is currently 81°F (27°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 68% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit Kansas?

August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Kansas, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Kansas in?

Kansas observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 4:58 PM.

How many people live in Kansas?

Kansas has a population of approximately 2.9 million.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
Official alertsUS National Weather Service.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 21, 2026 at 4:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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