Windy and dry conditions will continue through Thursday — fueling the possibility of wildfires across western Kansas.
The National Weather Service in Dodge City said the strongest winds will be Wednesday night through Thursday as a cold front roars into the area — bringing gusts up to 60 mph. A hard, killing freeze with a low of 25 is expected Thursday night.
The high Tuesday is expected to be in the mid-60s, with a high in the mid-70s predicted Wednesday. By Friday, the mercury is only expected to top the low-40s.
According to Monday's forecast, there is no chance of precipitation in the Hays area through at least Sunday.