FIRST WARN FORECAST: Spectacular Saturday before storms threaten Sunday and Monday
We have changes to the weekend forecast, as new information is bringing a chance for storms Sunday evening. Because of this, we are highlighting Sunday with a new First Warn. There will be many outdoor activities on Sunday, including graduation ceremonies, and there is a risk that storms could be severe. In addition, Monday is still elevated to our top alert - a First Warn Weather Day - due to a greater severe risk.
SATURDAY: Cool in the morning with low 50s, but a spectacular afternoon with highs in the upper 70s and mostly sunny skies. Winds will be from the northwest at 10-15 mph. We may have a few isolated thunderstorms late Saturday night.
SUNDAY: FIRST WARN FOR STORMS SUNDAY EVENING - A few spotty storms are possible in the morning, but most of the day is dry with highs in the low 80s. Skies will be partly cloudy, humidity will increase a bit, and winds will be from the southeast at 10-15 mph. Watch for scattered storms near and after sunset. Most of the area is under a Level 2/5 risk for severe weather with this round, though Lawrence, Ottawa, and Garnett are under a higher Level 3/5 risk. The main hazards are hail and high winds, though a few tornadoes may be possible. Storms will be likely overnight.
MONDAY: FIRST WARN WEATHER DAY - Scattered storms are possible in the morning, though we will have a good amount of dry time during the day. Highs hit the mid-80s with higher humidity. Strong to severe storms are possible by mid-late afternoon and into the evening. The entire area is under a Level 2/5 severe risk, but the storms may be more numerous than what we see on Sunday. The main threats are hail and high winds, though again, a few tornadoes may be possible. Heavy rainfall is expected from Sunday and Monday rounds of storms, with 1-3″ expected across the area. This will greatly help our recent dry weather and rain deficit.
TUESDAY: FIRST WARN for scattered rain in the morning, then trending drier with highs near 70.
WEDNESDAY: Windy and much cooler. Highs in the low 60s, which is normal for late October and may tie the record lowest afternoon high temperature.
Copyright 2025 KCTV. All rights reserved.
