High Wind — Wichita, Kansas

2026-01-15 · Wichita, Kansas

Event narrative

A personal weather station at 8 N Marienthal reported a gust of 63 mph.

Wider weather episode

A strong cold front moved through northwest Kansas on the evening of the 15th. Multiple wind gusts ranging from 58 mph - 63 mph were recorded. Multiple reports of blowing dust with less than 1/2 - 1/4 mile visibility reported. A wildfire was detected via satellite and confirmed with local emergency management.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1309455. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.