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Kansas residents are starting the day with clear, cold, and calm conditions, but weather patterns are set to change significantly as the week progresses.
Quiet and Cold Start Across Kansas
Early morning temperatures across Kansas are sitting in the 20s, creating a crisp start to the day. As sunshine dominates the sky, afternoon highs are expected to rise into the mid to upper 40s, keeping conditions stable and travel-friendly.
Thursday: Calm Before the Winter Storm
Thursday will act as a transition day ahead of the incoming winter system. Skies will shift from mostly sunny to mostly cloudy, and temperatures will cool slightly, settling into the upper 30s and lower 40s.
Despite the cooling trend, no travel disruptions are anticipated during the day.
Arctic Air Arrives Friday With Snow and Dangerous Cold
By Friday, a fresh surge of Arctic air will move into the region, setting the stage for widespread accumulating snow.
- Daytime highs will struggle to climb out of the teens
- Overnight and early morning lows will drop into the single digits
- Strong winds will push wind chill values to 10–20 degrees below zero
These dangerously cold conditions mean frostbite could occur in as little as 30 minutes, especially on exposed skin.
Snowfall Timeline and Expected Accumulation
While the exact track of the late-week storm remains uncertain, confidence is increasing that snow accumulation will affect much of the state.
- Light snow is possible along and north of I-70
- Southern Kansas is more likely to see several inches of snow
- Snow is expected to begin in western Kansas Friday afternoon
- The system will spread east Friday evening and overnight
- Snow will continue through Saturday, tapering off by Saturday evening or night
Kansas is facing a notable shift from calm winter weather to a potentially impactful winter storm late this week. While Thursday remains quiet, Friday and Saturday bring accumulating snow, bitter cold, and dangerous wind chills.
Residents should prepare for changing travel conditions, dress for extreme cold, and stay updated as the storm’s path becomes clearer.