Chautauqua County Climate
Chautauqua County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
57.3°F
Annual Precip
40.0"
Annual Snowfall
8.6"
Extreme Heat Days
58
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,465
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Chautauqua County
Climate Verdict
Chautauqua County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 57.3°F, moderate rainfall of 40.0 inches per year, occasional hot days — 58 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 8.6 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 33.6°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.1°F. The 46°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
Chautauqua County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 9.6 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Chautauqua County Weather
Warmer and Wetter Than Average
At 57.3°F, Chautauqua County is notably warmer than the national median. It receives a generous 40.0 inches of annual precipitation, making it much more humid than the national average.
A Top-Tier Warm Kansas County
The county's 57.3°F average exceeds the state average of 54.8°F by nearly three degrees. This makes it one of the warmest counties in Kansas, thanks to its southern border location.
Milder Winters Than the North
Chautauqua receives 40.0 inches of rain, which is higher than Chase County’s 35.7 inches. It also sees far less snow than northern counties, averaging only 8.6 inches per year.
Long Summers and Light Snow
The county endures 58 days of extreme heat annually, with July temperatures peaking at an average of 80.1°F. Winters are among the mildest in the state, with a January average of 33.6°F.
Managing Humidity and Southern Heat
High efficiency cooling is a priority here to manage nearly 60 days of temperatures over 90°F. Gardeners can enjoy a longer growing season but must plan for heavy 40-inch annual rainfall.
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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.