Jump on Russell’s rainy forecast today

(RUSSELL, KS) Rain is set to put a damper on outdoor activities in Russell Friday, but it doesn’t have to stop you from getting things done. In fact, a grey, drippy day can be the perfect time for some activities — check out these ideas as well as your four-day forecast.

Make a sun bucket-list: Whether it’s researching nearby hikes, scouring forums for information about great swimming holes, or making a list of places to try a hobby like stand-up paddle-boarding, setting aside a rainy day for planning can help you make the most of the next sunbreak.

Bookkeeping: A rainy day can be a perfect opportunity for getting household tasks out of the way - including tracking your finances. In just an hour or two you could knock out a money to-do like tracking your monthly spending so far or making sure you have the best plan for retirement savings or student loan repayment.

Catch a movie: There’s nothing wrong with using a wet day for a break, either. Whether it’s a visit to a theater or just a session on the couch catching up on your favorite streaming shows, a rest day is a great idea, too.

Along with a rainy Friday, here’s the rest of the four-day forecast for Russell:

• Friday, September 17

  Chance of Showers And Thunderstorms

  • High 81 °F, low 61 °F
  • Windy: 18 mph

• Saturday, September 18

  Mostly sunny during the day; while clear overnight

  • High 87 °F, low 65 °F
  • Windy: 18 mph

• Sunday, September 19

  Sunny during the day; while partly cloudy overnight

  • High 92 °F, low 69 °F
  • Light wind

• Monday, September 20

  Sunny during the day; while chance of rain showers overnight

  • High 87 °F, low 54 °F
  • Light wind

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.