Kiowa County Climate
Kiowa County, Colorado
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
52.3°F
Annual Precip
15.5"
Annual Snowfall
20.6"
Extreme Heat Days
65
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,447
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: Kiowa County
Climate Verdict
Kiowa County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 52.3°F, semi-arid conditions with only 15.5 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 65.1 days annually above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 20.6 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 29.6°F. summers are warm — July averages 76.8°F. The 47°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Kiowa County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Kiowa County is 6.5°F warmer than the Colorado statewide average of 45.9°F, the county experiences 38.483965734441924 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Kiowa County Weather
Kiowa matches the continental U.S. average
Kiowa County's 52.3°F annual temperature sits 9.4 degrees below the U.S. median of 61.7°F, though notably warmer than Colorado's state average of 46.0°F. With 15.5 inches of annual precipitation and only 20.6 inches of snow, Kiowa operates in a semi-arid plains climate far different from mountain counties.
Among Colorado's warmest counties
At 52.3°F, Kiowa ranks as one of Colorado's warmest counties, running 6.3 degrees above the state average of 46.0°F. This eastern plains location experiences a vastly different climate than the high mountains, with far less snow and more extreme summer heat.
Hottest and driest of all sampled counties
Kiowa (52.3°F) stands warmer than every mountain and foothill county in this sample, with 65 extreme heat days annually compared to zero in Jackson and Hinsdale. Its 20.6 inches of annual snowfall is the lowest in this dataset, reflecting true high plains conditions.
Hot, dry summers dominate; minimal winter snow
July averages 76.8°F with 65 days above 90°F annually, while January dips to just 29.6°F for a 47-degree swing. Kiowa receives only 20.6 inches of snow yearly, allowing most winters to stay relatively snow-free compared to mountain peers.
Design for heat, drought, and dust storms
Kiowa residents need robust air-conditioning systems and yard irrigation planning for 65 annual heat days and semi-arid conditions. Winter preparation is minimal, but spring windstorm and dust storm readiness—including air filtration upgrades—is essential for the plains environment.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.