What is today's weather forecast for Plains, KS?

Today's forecast for Plains shows a low of 42 degrees Fahrenheit. Partly cloudy, with a low around 42.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Plains, KS?

The 7-day forecast for Plains shows highs from 55 to 77 degrees and lows from 37 to 44 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 3 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Plains, KS this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Plains this week. Precipitation chances: Wednesday (20% chance), Thursday (30% chance), Friday (20% chance).

How accurate is the Plains weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Plains forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Plains, KS Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

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80°F
Feels Like 80°F

Humidity N/A Dew Point N/A Wind SW 9 MPH Gusts 12 Barometer N/A

Solar Rad 244 w/m²

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 2.4 miles ENE of central Plains
at 3:54 PM Fri, Nov 14, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Cooling trend continues with high temperatures dropping from 77°F to 58°F. Some rain possible with at least 2 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 6°F above the historical average for November. Normal highs for this period are around 59°F with lows around 29°F.

This Date in Weather History

1964 - With the help of a fresh three inch cover of snow, the temperature at Ely, NV, dipped to 15 degrees below zero to establish an all-time record low for the month of November. That record of -15 degrees was later equalled on the 19th of November in 1985.

Plains, KS 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Friday Nov 14

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 42. South southeast wind 5 to 8 mph becoming northwest after midnight.

Saturday Nov 15

Day: Sunny, with a high near 77. Northwest wind 7 to 16 mph becoming north northeast in the afternoon.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 40. North northeast wind around 5 mph becoming light and variable.

Sunday Nov 16

Day: Sunny, with a high near 67. Southeast wind 5 to 11 mph.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 44. Southeast wind 9 to 11 mph.

Monday Nov 17

Day: Sunny, with a high near 70.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 37.

Tuesday Nov 18

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 63.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38.

Wednesday Nov 19

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 66.

Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41.

Thursday Nov 20

Day: A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 58.

Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37.

Friday Nov 21

Day: A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 55.

About Plains, KS

Plains is a city in Meade County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,037. It is located along U.S. Route 54 highway. Plains is notable for the width of its main street, which is the widest in the United States at 155 feet 5 inches (47.37 m) across.

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