Dickinson County Climate
Dickinson County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
55.3°F
Annual Precip
34.0"
Annual Snowfall
12.4"
Extreme Heat Days
60
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,203
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Dickinson County
Climate Verdict
Dickinson County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.3°F, moderate rainfall of 34.0 inches per year, significant summer heat with 60.03333333333334 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 12.4 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 29.7°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.7°F. The 50°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
Dickinson County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Kansas.
Climate Profile
About Dickinson County Weather
The Heart of the Continent
Dickinson County averages 55.3°F, placing it slightly above the national median temperature. It features a prototypical central plains climate with distinct seasonal changes.
Mirroring the Kansas Average
The county's climate closely follows state trends, sitting just 0.5 degrees above the state average temp. Its 34.0 inches of rain is slightly higher than the state mean.
Hotter Than Eastern Neighbors
Dickinson experiences 60 days of extreme heat, significantly more than Douglas County's 43 days. It is much wetter than Decatur County to the northwest.
Sixty Days of Heat
Summer is defined by 60 days of temperatures at or above 90°F. Winters bring a modest 12.4 inches of snow and an average temperature of 32.2°F.
Budget for All Seasons
Expect high utility bills in both summer and winter due to the 60 heat days and freezing January nights. A mix of light summer clothing and heavy winter coats is required.
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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.