Chase County Climate
Chase County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
55.4°F
Annual Precip
35.7"
Annual Snowfall
10.8"
Extreme Heat Days
52
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,153
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Chase County
Climate Verdict
Chase County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.4°F, moderate rainfall of 35.7 inches per year, occasional hot days — 51.95 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 10.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 30.0°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.5°F. The 49°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Chase County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 5.4 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Chase County Weather
A Classic Humid Continental Climate
Chase County’s average annual temperature of 55.4°F sits slightly above the national median for U.S. counties. The area receives 35.7 inches of precipitation annually, making it wetter than the typical American county.
Warmth in the Flint Hills
The county is slightly warmer than the Kansas state average of 54.8°F. This temperature profile places it among the warmer half of counties in the state.
Lusher Than Western Neighbors
With 35.7 inches of rain, Chase is significantly wetter than counties in western Kansas but drier than its eastern neighbor, Coffey County. Its 10.8 inches of annual snowfall is typical for the central region.
Searing Summers and Brisk Winters
Summers are intense with 52 days of extreme heat reaching 90°F or higher. Winters remain relatively mild for the plains, averaging 32.6°F from December through February.
Preparing for the Prairie Heat
Residents should ensure HVAC systems are ready for over 50 days of extreme heat each summer. Sturdy winter gear is recommended to handle the 10.8 inches of snow that typically falls.
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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.