Ellsworth County Climate
Ellsworth County, Kansas
Avg Annual Temp
54.8°F
Annual Precip
29.6"
Annual Snowfall
14.3"
Extreme Heat Days
59.8
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Ellsworth County Weather
Balanced Temperatures in the Heartland
Ellsworth County averages 54.8°F, which aligns closely with the national median temperature. It receives 29.6 inches of precipitation, typical for a continental climate in the Great Plains.
The Exact Average of Kansas
The county perfectly matches the Kansas state average temperature of 54.8°F. Its 29.6 inches of precipitation also sits very close to the statewide average of 30.3 inches.
A Climate Benchmark for the Region
Ellsworth shares similar precipitation levels with Geary County but experiences 60 days of extreme heat. This is ten days fewer than Ellis County but higher than the state's eastern borders.
Sixty Days of Summer Peak
Summer features 60 days above 90°F, contributing to a warm July average of 79.7°F. Winter remains cold with a January average of 30.3°F and 14.3 inches of annual snow.
Winterize Pipes and Mulch Gardens
Prepare for the 30.3°F January lows by insulating exposed plumbing. Use heavy mulch in gardens to retain moisture during the 60 days of extreme summer 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.