WICHITA, Kan. – After a brief dry stretch, rain has returned to Kansas, with several rounds of showers expected to continue into early next week, according to the KSN Storm Track 3 Weather Team.
Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Overnight
Rain and a few isolated thunderstorms moved from south to north Thursday night, bringing locally heavy downpours across parts of the state. By Friday morning, the heaviest rain is forecast to settle across northern Kansas, particularly along the I-70 corridor, while southern areas will see lighter, more scattered showers.
Meteorologists predict rainfall totals between half an inch and one inch, though some localized areas could see higher amounts.
Cooler Temperatures and Shifting Conditions
By Friday evening, the current system will move east, clearing out most of the lingering showers. Temperatures will range widely—from the 30s in the northwest to the 50s in southeast Kansas—creating a stark contrast across the region.
Overnight lows will hover close to daytime highs on Friday, with some areas reaching their warmest temperatures just after midnight before cooling steadily through the day.
Weekend Outlook: Sunshine Before Next System
Saturday promises a brief return of sunshine, but the break will be short-lived. A new system moving in from the southwest is expected to bring additional rain beginning Sunday night, first to southwest counties and then spreading across the state into Monday.
Thanksgiving Week: Cold Front and Possible Flurries
A strong cold front will arrive by Tuesday, sending highs down into the 40s for Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Overnight lows will dip into the 20s and 30s, signaling the start of a chilly holiday stretch.
Forecasters note that moisture levels remain uncertain, but a few flurries may mix in with the colder air. However, no major travel impacts are expected for Thanksgiving week at this time.
Residents should monitor forecast updates as the next system develops.
Stay tuned to HonkNews.com for continuous Kansas weather coverage and travel updates ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.