Seasonable temperatures are expected into Memorial Day. Chances for widely scattered showers and storms will increase a bit on Sunday into Monday. The strongest storms could produce brief heavy rain.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceSeasonable temperatures are expected into Memorial Day. Chances for widely scattered showers and storms will increase a bit on Sunday into Monday. The strongest storms could produce brief heavy rain.

NWS: Seasonable with chances for rain through Memorial Day

As forecast, showers and storms were widely scattered on Thursday. Rainfall varied from a trace in multiple counties to 0.78 of an inch in Saline County. Some reporting locations saw no rain.

A mere 0.17 was reported at the Salina Regional Airport.

Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Friday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Sylvan Grove 6.8 N, 0.09 of an inch (reported at 7:35 a.m.)

Salina 6.2 ENE, 0.65 of an inch (reported at 5:47 a.m.)

Salina 0.7 SSW, 0.10 of an inch (reported at 6:22 a.m.)

Salina 0.2 ENE, 0.24 of an inch (reported at 6:33 a.m.)

Salina 2.4 ENE, 0.78 of an inch (reported at 6:37 a.m.)

Salina 0.2 NNE, 0.23 of an inch (reported at 7:49 a.m.)

By SALINA POSTAs forecast, showers and storms were widely scattered on Thursday. Rainfall varied from a trace in multiple counties to 0.78 of an inch in Saline County. Some reporting locations saw no rain.A mere 0.17 was reported at the Salina Regional Airport.Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Friday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;CLAY COUNTYNo totals reportedCLOUD COUNTYJamestown 2.4 NW, traceDICKINSON COUNTYChapman 6.0 NNE, traceCarlton 2.1 NNW, 0.15 of an inchELLSWORTH COUNTYGeneseo 4.1 N, 0.44 of an inchJEWELL COUNTYJewell 0.2 SSW, 0.02 of an inchLINCOLN COUNTYSylvan Grove 6.8 N, 0.09 of an inch (reported at 7:35 a.m.)MARION COUNTYHillsboro 5.3 S, 0.43 of an inchHillsboro 3.6 E, 0.51 of an inch MCPHERSON COUNTYCanton 3.2 N, 0.09 of an inchMoundridge 2.2 W, traceMarquette 3.2 NNE, 0.06 of an inchMcPherson 1.1 NW, traceMarquette 2.1 NNE, 0.07 of an inchCanton 3.2 S, traceMITCHELL COUNTYScottsville 4.6 SSW, 0.02 of an inchBeloit 9.9 SSW, 0.09 of an inchBeloit 1.9 ENE, 0.04 of an inchOTTAWA COUNTYMinneapolis 0.4 NE, 0.02 of an inchCulver 3.6 ENE, 0.54 of an inchBennington 0.1 WNW, 0.08 of an inchMinneapolis 3.4 WSW, 0.07 of an inchREPUBLIC COUNTYNo totals reportedSALINE COUNTYSalina 6.2 ENE, 0.65 of an inch (reported at 5:47 a.m.)Salina 0.7 SSW, 0.10 of an inch (reported at 6:22 a.m.)Salina 0.2 ENE, 0.24 of an inch (reported at 6:33 a.m.)Salina 2.4 ENE, 0.78 of an inch (reported at 6:37 a.m.)Salina 0.8 S, 0.11 of an inchSalina 5.7 NNW, 0.35 of an inchSalina 2.9 NE, 0.64 of an inchSalina 8.7 NNE, 0.15 of an inchCulver 1.8 SE, 0.20 of an inchSalina 2.9 ENE, 0.43 of an inchNew Cambria 2.1 NW, 0.29 of an inchSalina 6.0 WNW, 0.10 of an inchSalina 0.4 SE, 0.31 of an inchSalina 2.3 SSE, 0.08 of an inchNew Cambria 4.5 NE, 0.22 of an inchSalina 0.2 NNE, 0.23 of an inch (reported at 7:49 a.m.)

24-hour rainfall widely scattered across the area

Mild with isolated to widely scattered storms over the holiday weekend.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceMild with isolated to widely scattered storms over the holiday weekend.

NWS: Here's your Memorial Day weekend forecast

In 1955, two violent F5 tornadoes struck north-central Oklahoma and extreme south-central Kansas. 

The first F5 tornado that had a track 25 miles long and around one half mile wide, barreled through Blackwell, Okla., where 20 were killed, 280 were injured, and around $8 million damage resulted. Around 400 homes were destroyed, many of which were swept from their foundations. Around 60 businesses were heavily damaged or destroyed. Prior to hitting Blackwell, the tornado caused $150,000 damage in Tonkawa. The lightning associated with the tornado was incredible. The vortex glowed and possessed arcs of glowing light. The tragic Udall tornado soon followed. With a track 30 miles long and averaging one half mile wide, the tornado leveled most of Udall, killed 75, injured 270, and caused $2.25 million damage. The tornado also killed five children three miles northeast of Oxford, bringing the total number of fatalities to 80. It is still the deadliest tornado in Kansas history. In 1917, an F5 tornado even larger than either the Blackwell or Udall tornadoes raced across south-central Kansas. It had a track 65 miles long and reached one mile wide. The tornado killed 23, injured 70, and caused around $600,000 damage from northwest Sedgwick to southeast Marion counties. The tornado started four miles northwest of Cheney and struck southeast Andale, where half of the town was damaged or destroyed and 12 were killed. The vortex then struck the southern edge of Sedgwick then proceeded to three miles northeast of Florence. In all, 118 structures were hit of which many vanished. Its average speed of 65 mph was the fastest on record until the Tri-State Tornado of March 18, 1925.

In 2008, a massive EF5 tornado tore across Northeast Iowa. Reaching three fourths of a mile wide along a 43-mile long track, the vicious vortex possessed rotational velocities that reached 205 mph. Hardest hit was Parkersburg, where seven were killed and approximately $3 million in damage resulted. Two others were killed in the tiny town of New Hartford. In all, the tornado killed nine, injured 70, and caused around $6 million damage, which no doubt would have been much higher had the twister struck a more populated area. Regardless, it is the second deadliest tornado in Iowa history, exceeded by a huge F5 that tore through Charles City on May 15, 1968, when 13 were killed.&nbsp;&nbsp;

National Weather ServiceIn 1955, two violent F5 tornadoes struck north-central Oklahoma and extreme south-central Kansas. The first F5 tornado that had a track 25 miles long and around one half mile wide, barreled through Blackwell, Okla., where 20 were killed, 280 were injured, and around $8 million damage resulted. Around 400 homes were destroyed, many of which were swept from their foundations. Around 60 businesses were heavily damaged or destroyed. Prior to hitting Blackwell, the tornado caused $150,000 damage in Tonkawa. The lightning associated with the tornado was incredible. The vortex glowed and possessed arcs of glowing light. The tragic Udall tornado soon followed. With a track 30 miles long and averaging one half mile wide, the tornado leveled most of Udall, killed 75, injured 270, and caused $2.25 million damage. The tornado also killed five children three miles northeast of Oxford, bringing the total number of fatalities to 80. It is still the deadliest tornado in Kansas history. In 1917, an F5 tornado even larger than either the Blackwell or Udall tornadoes raced across south-central Kansas. It had a track 65 miles long and reached one mile wide. The tornado killed 23, injured 70, and caused around $600,000 damage from northwest Sedgwick to southeast Marion counties. The tornado started four miles northwest of Cheney and struck southeast Andale, where half of the town was damaged or destroyed and 12 were killed. The vortex then struck the southern edge of Sedgwick then proceeded to three miles northeast of Florence. In all, 118 structures were hit of which many vanished. Its average speed of 65 mph was the fastest on record until the Tri-State Tornado of March 18, 1925. In 2008, a massive EF5 tornado tore across Northeast Iowa. Reaching three fourths of a mile wide along a 43-mile long track, the vicious vortex possessed rotational velocities that reached 205 mph. Hardest hit was Parkersburg, where seven were killed and approximately $3 million in damage resulted. Two others were killed in the tiny town of New Hartford. In all, the tornado killed nine, injured 70, and caused around $6 million damage, which no doubt would have been much higher had the twister struck a more populated area. Regardless, it is the second deadliest tornado in Iowa history, exceeded by a huge F5 that tore through Charles City on May 15, 1968, when 13 were killed.&nbsp;&nbsp;

This Day in Weather History: Deadly F5 twister hits part of Marion Co. in 1917

Showers and storms are expected to be most numerous west of the Interstate 135 corridor this afternoon and more isolated further east. 

Any storms this afternoon will be efficient rainfall producers with locally heavy downpours. Small hail and gusty winds will also be possible.

To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceShowers and storms are expected to be most numerous west of the Interstate 135 corridor this afternoon and more isolated further east. Any storms this afternoon will be efficient rainfall producers with locally heavy downpours. Small hail and gusty winds will also be possible.To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Rain chances this afternoon; more storms west of I-135

Widely scattered shower and storm chance are forecast for Thursday. The showers will be more numerous across central Kansas during the afternoon and early evening hours. Strong to severe storms are not expected. Brief heavy downpours may occur.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceWidely scattered shower and storm chance are forecast for Thursday. The showers will be more numerous across central Kansas during the afternoon and early evening hours. Strong to severe storms are not expected. Brief heavy downpours may occur.

NWS: Widely scattered storm chances Thursday

Scattered showers with light to moderate rain are ongoing and slowly moving north-northeast across south-central and central Kansas. A brief downpour will be possible with some showers, but strong to severe storms are not expected.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceScattered showers with light to moderate rain are ongoing and slowly moving north-northeast across south-central and central Kansas. A brief downpour will be possible with some showers, but strong to severe storms are not expected.

Scattered showers possible in part of area this evening

There will be chances for storms over the next few days. Better chances will generally be across central Kansas. 

Severe weather is not expected but locally heavy rainfall will be possible.

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NWS: Warm with chances for rain in area through Thursday

Heavy rain fell across portions of southwest, central, and south-central Kansas from 7 a.m. Wednesday to 7 a.m. today. Rainfall totals weren’t as high further east, but most areas still saw around a quarter of an inch.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceHeavy rain fell across portions of southwest, central, and south-central Kansas from 7 a.m. Wednesday to 7 a.m. today. Rainfall totals weren’t as high further east, but most areas still saw around a quarter of an inch.

Most parts of the state received some rain over three-day period

Cool conditions are expected today as widespread showers with embedded isolated thunderstorms move across the area. Areas of smoke (from wildfires in Canada) may move into portions of central Kansas as the rain comes to an end today.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceCool conditions are expected today as widespread showers with embedded isolated thunderstorms move across the area. Areas of smoke (from wildfires in Canada) may move into portions of central Kansas as the rain comes to an end today.

NWS: Cool, damp, and possible smoke Friday across area

UPDATE 9:40 p.m. Thursday: The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., had dropped the special weather statement for Jewell and Mitchell counties.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued the following special weather statement for Jewell and Mitchell counties.

Thick smoke from Canadian wildfires will result in reduced visibility to less than 2 miles at times later this evening into Friday morning across portions of north-central Kansas. The smoke will also result in moderate to unhealthy air quality.

During Moderate conditions, those who are unusually sensitive to particle pollution should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion.

During Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups conditions, members of sensitive groups are advised to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion and avoid intense outdoor activities. Sensitive groups include people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children.

During Unhealthy conditions, some members of the general public may experience health effects and members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects. All are advised to avoid prolonged or heavy exertion and consider moving activities indoors or rescheduling.

The worst of the smoke and air quality issues across north central Kansas are expected between 7 PM CDT this evening and 11 AM CDT Friday morning.

UPDATE 9:40 p.m. Thursday: The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., had dropped the special weather statement for Jewell and Mitchell counties.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued the following special weather statement for Jewell and Mitchell counties.Thick smoke from Canadian wildfires will result in reduced visibility to less than 2 miles at times later this evening into Friday morning across portions of north-central Kansas. The smoke will also result in moderate to unhealthy air quality.During Moderate conditions, those who are unusually sensitive to particle pollution should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion.During Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups conditions, members of sensitive groups are advised to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion and avoid intense outdoor activities. Sensitive groups include people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children.During Unhealthy conditions, some members of the general public may experience health effects and members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects. All are advised to avoid prolonged or heavy exertion and consider moving activities indoors or rescheduling.The worst of the smoke and air quality issues across north central Kansas are expected between 7 PM CDT this evening and 11 AM CDT Friday morning.

UPDATE: NWS drops special statement for Jewell, Mitchell counties

Storms are expected to increase in coverage this afternoon across portions of central and south-central Kansas. Severe storms are not expected but a strong storm can’t be ruled out.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceStorms are expected to increase in coverage this afternoon across portions of central and south-central Kansas. Severe storms are not expected but a strong storm can’t be ruled out.

NWS: Scattered showers possible through 6 p.m.

Scattered showers and storms are expected to continue over central and south-central Kansas through the next few hours. Strong to severe storms are not expected at this time.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceScattered showers and storms are expected to continue over central and south-central Kansas through the next few hours. Strong to severe storms are not expected at this time.

Scattered showers, storms in part of area through 2 p.m. Thursday

Rain chances will increase for tonight with decent chances continuing into Friday morning. A period of moderate to locally heavy rainfall will be possible across southern Kansas tonight.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceRain chances will increase for tonight with decent chances continuing into Friday morning. A period of moderate to locally heavy rainfall will be possible across southern Kansas tonight.

NWS: Chances for rain increasing Thursday night

Widespread patchy fog is expected to develop late tonight into the early morning hours on Wednesday.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceWidespread patchy fog is expected to develop late tonight into the early morning hours on Wednesday.

NWS: Patchy fog expected over much of area overnight

Some much-needed rain fell across the region over the past several days. Here's a look at rainfall estimates through 7 a.m. this morning.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceSome much-needed rain fell across the region over the past several days. Here's a look at rainfall estimates through 7 a.m. this morning.

NWS provides three-day rainfall totals map

Rainfall was plentiful over much of the area as storms moved through overnight.

Parts of Saline, Dickinson, and Ellsworth counties saw rainfall in excess of two inches. At the Salina Regional Airport, 1.23 inches was reported, while in northwest Salina, more than two inches of rainfall was reported.

Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Monday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Wakefield 0.2 NW, 0.91 of an inch (reported at 6:30 a.m.)

Chapman 0.2 SSE, 0.80 of an inch (reported at 5 a.m.)

Abilene 0.6 WSW, 0.30 of an inch (reported at 6:25 a.m.)

Carlton 3.6 WSW, 1.20 inches (reported at 7:50 a.m.)

Ellsworth 0.2 W, 0.98 of an inch (reported at 5:55 a.m.)

Brookville 5.5 W, 1.18 inches (reported at 6 a.m.)

Marquette 9.4 NW, 2.23 inches (reported at 7:28 a.m.)

Beloit 7.1 N, 0.13 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)

Sylvan Grove 6.8 N, 0.58 of an inch (reported at 7:35 a.m.)

Moundridge 4.3 WSW, 0.37 of an inch (reported at 6:56 a.m.)

Galva 5.3 NNE, 0.36 of an inch (reported at 7:20 a.m.)

Beloit 0.4 NNW, 0.22 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTRainfall was plentiful over much of the area as storms moved through overnight.Parts of Saline, Dickinson, and Ellsworth counties saw rainfall in excess of two inches. At the Salina Regional Airport, 1.23 inches was reported, while in northwest Salina, more than two inches of rainfall was reported.Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Monday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;CLAY COUNTYWakefield 0.2 NW, 0.91 of an inch (reported at 6:30 a.m.)Clay Center 12.4 NNE, 0.4 of an inchClay Center 6.7 WNW, 0.50 of an inchMorganville 3.2 SW, 0.48 of an inchLongford 5.5 E, 0.70 of an inchClay Center 0.4 SE, 0.37 of an inchClay Center 5.3 NW, 0.52 of an inchCLOUD COUNTYJamestown 2.4 NW, 0.25 of an inchConcordia 9.3 SSW, 0.43 of an inchConcordia 1.8 S, 0.20 of an inchDICKINSON COUNTYChapman 0.2 SSE, 0.80 of an inch (reported at 5 a.m.)Abilene 0.6 WSW, 0.30 of an inch (reported at 6:25 a.m.)Enterprise 0.3 NW, 1.60 inchesChapman 6.0 NNE, 0.60 of an inchHope 0.3 S, 0.82 of an inchAbilene 5.4 E, 1.35 inchesAbilene 5.9 NNW, 1.10 inchesChapman 5.2 SE, 0.48 of an inchCarlton 2.1 NNW, 0.83 of an inchAbilene 7.9 NNW, 1.90 inchesHope 7.5 NNW, 1.39 inchesAbilene 10.3 S, 0.77 of an inchAbilene 0.7 W, 0.27 of an inchEnterprise 2.1 SW, 0.94 of an inchAbilene 10.9 S, 0.88 of an inchAbilene 1.1 NNE, 0.30 of an inchAbilene 9.4 S, 0.65 of an inchChapman 3.8 NNW, 2.25 inchesJunction City 7.5 WNW, 0.63 of an inchCarlton 3.6 WSW, 1.20 inches (reported at 7:50 a.m.)ELLSWORTH COUNTYEllsworth 0.2 W, 0.98 of an inch (reported at 5:55 a.m.)Brookville 5.5 W, 1.18 inches (reported at 6 a.m.)Geneseo 4.1 N, 1.81 inchesEllsworth 0.3 E, 1.18 inchesLorraine 1.4 S, 1.41 inchesHolyrood 6.2 NNW, 0.93 of an inchLorraine 2.5 ESE, 1.15 inchesKanopolis 4.5 NE, 1.43 inchesKanopolis 0.4 SSE, 1.45 inchesEllsworth 0.9 SE, 1.34 inchesMarquette 9.4 NW, 2.23 inches (reported at 7:28 a.m.)JEWELL COUNTYJewell 0.2 SSW, 0.04 of an inchBeloit 7.1 N, 0.13 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)LINCOLN COUNTYSylvan Grove 6.8 N, 0.58 of an inch (reported at 7:35 a.m.)MARION COUNTYTampa 3.2 ESE, 0.50 of an inchHillsboro 5.3 S, 0.70 of an inchNewton 9.4 N, 0.37 of an inchMarion 6.3 NNW, 0.54 of an inchMCPHERSON COUNTYMoundridge 4.3 WSW, 0.37 of an inch (reported at 6:56 a.m.)McPherson 6.6 WSW, 0.15 of an inchInman 0.8 WSW, 0.17 of an inchGalva 1.5 NE, 0.76 of an inchMoundridge 5.3 WSW, 0.34 of an inchMarquette 3.0 WSW, 1.23 inchesCanton 3.2 N, 0.21 of an inchMoundridge 1.0 N, 0.35 of an inchGalva 1.4 N, 0.38 of an inchMoundridge 2.2 W, 0.32 of an inchGalva 9.5 N, 0.46 of an inchMoundridge 4.8 W, 0.37 of an inchMcPherson 2.9 E, 0.16 of an inchGalva 1.1 WSW, 0.15 of an inchGalva 2.6 SSE, 0.90 of an inchMarquette 3.2 NNE, 0.67 of an inchMcPherson 1.1 NW, 0.18 of an inchMcPherson 0.8 SW, 0.37 of an inchMcPherson 9.6 WNW, 0.62 of an inchInman 2.5 SSW, 0.23 of an inchLindsborg 5.5 SSW, 0.12 of an inchMcPherson 1.4 NNW, 0.18 of an inchCanton 3.2 S, 0.13 of an inchLindsborg 0.4 NW, 0.55 of an inchGalva 8.0 S, 0.23 of an inchGalva 5.3 NNE, 0.36 of an inch (reported at 7:20 a.m.)MITCHELL COUNTYScottsville 4.6 SSW, 0.45 of an inchBeloit 9.9 SSW, 0.47 of an inchHunter 2.1 NNW, 0.36 of an inchBeloit 0.3 N, 0.20 of an inchBeloit 6.9 NE, 0.35 of an inchHunter 9.5 E, 0.33 of an inchBeloit 0.4 NNW, 0.22 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)OTTAWA COUNTYAda 7.0 NNW, 0.72 of an inchMinneapolis 0.4 NE, 1.09 inchesCulver 3.6 ENE, 1.06 inchesBennington 0.1 WNW, 0.76 of an inchMinneapolis 3.4 WSW, 1.60 inchesMinneapolis 7.2 W, 1.08 inchesREPUBLIC COUNTYBelleville 4.2 N, 0.05 of an inchRepublic 1.0 NNW, 0.02 of an inchCuba 5.0 NNW, 0.11 of an inch (reported at 7:58 a.m.)SALINE COUNTYSalina 6.2 ENE, 1.19 inches (reported at 5:45 a.m.)Salina 0.7 SSW, 1.10 inches (reported at 6:48 a.m.)Brookville 8.0 NNE, 1.87 inchesSalina 0.8 S, 1.16 inchesBrookville 5.9 NNW, 1.92 inchesSalina 5.7 NNW, 1.25 inchesGypsum 1.1 NE, 1.59 inchesSalina 8.7 NNE, 1.68 inchesCulver 1.8 SE, 1.00 inchBrookville 8.1 N, 1.88 inchesSalina 1.8 E, 1.82 inchesNew Cambria 2.1 NW, 1.24 inchesFalun 3.2 SW, 0.79 of an inchSalina 6.0 WNW, 1.80 inchesSalina 0.2 NNE, 1.98 inchesSalina 0.4 SE, 2.10 inchesNew Cambria 4.5 NE, 1.00 inchSalina 2.4 ENE, 2.00 inchesSalina 2.9 ENE, 2.19 inches (reported at 7:30 a.m)Smolan 1.5 SW, 1.15 inches (reported at 7:30 a.m)Salina 0.2 ENE, 2.12 inches (reported at 7:30 a.m)

Overnight storms bring much-needed rain to area

A few showers and storms will be possible tonight before more widely scattered to numerous storms will be possible on Mother’s Day. 

Not everyone will see rain through Monday, but storms will have the potential to produce heavy rain for those that do. Severe storms are not expected at this time.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceA few showers and storms will be possible tonight before more widely scattered to numerous storms will be possible on Mother’s Day. Not everyone will see rain through Monday, but storms will have the potential to produce heavy rain for those that do. Severe storms are not expected at this time.

Storm chances increase for Mother's Day

There is a slight chance of thunderstorms later today for locations generally east of the Kansas Turnpike. 

Drier weather will return to most areas on Saturday with showers and storms becoming more numerous on Sunday.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceThere is a slight chance of thunderstorms later today for locations generally east of the Kansas Turnpike. Drier weather will return to most areas on Saturday with showers and storms becoming more numerous on Sunday.

NWS: Drier weather returns, but chance for rain Sunday

Severe storms are expected Thursday afternoon and evening with the best chances for severe weather across central and south-central Kansas. 

All severe hazards will be possible including tornadoes. 

Continue to monitor forecasts as we monitor trends.

To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceSevere storms are expected Thursday afternoon and evening with the best chances for severe weather across central and south-central Kansas. All severe hazards will be possible including tornadoes. Continue to monitor forecasts as we monitor trends.To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

UPDATE: Keep an eye on the weather Thursday; severe storms likely

Here is a look at the rainfall totals across the state from 7 a.m. Tuesday through 7 a.m. Wednesday.

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NWS map shows plentiful rains from Tuesday storms

The National Weather Service has issued the following severe thunderstorm warnings. This list will be updated as needed.

The National Weather Service has issued the following severe thunderstorm warnings. This list will be updated as needed.4 p.m.Northeastern Marion CountyTo see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp;

UPDATE: Severe thunderstorm warnings issued for our area

The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Okla., has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 6 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/70d4bf3f-2c88-4b21-8e33-7963cc7aa354">Severe thunderstorm watch for Jewell, Lincoln, Mitchell counties</a>

To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Okla., has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 6 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyMarion CountyMcPherson CountySaline CountyREAD: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/70d4bf3f-2c88-4b21-8e33-7963cc7aa354">Severe thunderstorm watch for Jewell, Lincoln, Mitchell counties</a>To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

UPDATE: Some counties dropped from the severe t-storm watch

The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Okla., has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until noon Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Okla., has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until noon Tuesday for the following counties in our area.Jewell CountyLincoln CountyMitchell County

Severe thunderstorm watch for Jewell, Lincoln, Mitchell counties

Storms have developed over northwest Kansas and will track east then southeast today into the evening hours. 

The stronger storms will be capable of hail up to golf ball size along with 70 mph winds. 

Be sure to have multiple ways to receive warnings.

Storms are expected to develop over northwest Kansas and track east and southeast today into the evening hours. 

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceStorms are expected to develop over northwest Kansas and track east and southeast today into the evening hours. The stronger storms will be capable of hail up to golf ball size along with 70 mph winds. Be sure to have multiple ways to receive warnings.To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp;