Rainy forecast for Russell? Jump on it!

(RUSSELL, KS) Rain is set to put a damper on outdoor activities in Russell Tuesday, 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: Why not treat a rainy day as a downpayment on fun when the sun does come back? Taking a few hours to research nearby hikes and attractions can mean you’re ready for liftoff the minute the cloud-cover clears.

Bookkeeping: It might be tedious, but it’s also widely agreed to be the foundation of stable personal finances. Why not take advantage of some down time to track your spending and saving for the month or year so far?

Catch a movie: Not feeling the need to go all-out? A movie or other indoor entertainment can be a great down-day activity, letting you relax and be ready to seize the day when the clouds finally decide to part.

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

• Tuesday, October 12

  Partly sunny during the day; while showers and thunderstorms overnight

  • High 76 °F, low 50 °F
  • Windy: 35 mph

• Wednesday, October 13

  Sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 66 °F, low 41 °F
  • Breezy: 7 mph

• Thursday, October 14

  Sunny during the day; while slight chance of rain showers overnight

  • High 65 °F, low 41 °F
  • Light wind

• Friday, October 15

  Slight chance of rain showers then mostly sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 57 °F, low 36 °F
  • Light wind

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.