Edwards County Climate
Edwards County, Kansas
Avg Annual Temp
55.5°F
Annual Precip
25.9"
Annual Snowfall
16.2"
Extreme Heat Days
72.4
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Edwards County Weather
Sunny and Warm Plains
Edwards County averages 55.5°F, staying warmer than the national median. Its 25.9 inches of rain indicates a drier, sun-drenched environment.
Warmer and Drier Than Most
The county is slightly warmer than the Kansas average of 54.8°F. It receives roughly 4 inches less rain than the state average, placing it in a drier tier.
High Heat Relative to North
Edwards experiences 72 days of extreme heat, nearly triple the count of Doniphan. It is slightly cooler on average than its southern neighbor, Comanche.
Ten Weeks of Extreme Heat
Summers are long and hot with 72 days reaching 90°F or more. Winters are cold and dry, featuring 16.2 inches of snow and a 32.1°F January average.
Prioritize Sun and Water
Xeriscaping is ideal for the low 25.9-inch rainfall and high evaporation rates. High-quality sun protection and efficient HVAC are essential for the 72 days of intense heat.
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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.