Sedgwick County Climate
Sedgwick County, Colorado
Avg Annual Temp
49.8°F
Annual Precip
18.1"
Annual Snowfall
26.5"
Extreme Heat Days
48.35
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Sedgwick County Weather
Sedgwick runs warmer than most of America
Sedgwick County averages 49.8°F annually, nearly 3°F above the U.S. median of 47°F, placing it in the temperate continental climate zone. The county receives 18.1 inches of precipitation per year, slightly above the national average of 16.5 inches, supporting semi-arid grasslands and agricultural operations.
Warmest county in northeastern Colorado
At 49.8°F, Sedgwick ranks among Colorado's warmest counties—nearly 4°F warmer than the state average of 46.0°F. This elevation advantage makes Sedgwick one of the few Colorado plains counties that rarely experiences extreme cold snaps.
Warmer than Weld, cooler than Yuma
Sedgwick's 49.8°F average places it between neighboring Weld County (48.6°F) and Yuma County (51.3°F), reflecting its position in Colorado's northeast plains corridor. All three counties experience similar extreme heat pressure, with Sedgwick recording 48 days per year above 90°F.
Hot summers, cold winters, steady snow
July temperatures reach 74.7°F while January drops to 27.8°F, a 47-degree annual swing typical of plains climates. Sedgwick receives 26.5 inches of snow annually and logs 48 extreme heat days per year, requiring residents to plan for both seasonal extremes.
Plan cooling for heat, backup for snow
With nearly 50 days of 90°F+ heat, air conditioning and shade are essential infrastructure for Sedgwick residents and businesses. Winter snow averaging 26.5 inches demands reliable heating systems and snow removal capacity, while spring and fall are relatively mild—ideal windows for outdoor work.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.