Gove County Climate

Gove County, Kansas

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec52.4°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

52.4°F

Annual Precip

22.9"

Annual Snowfall

20.3"

Extreme Heat Days

55.7

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
0.5"
0.6"
1.3"
2.0"
3.6"
2.9"
3.6"
3.0"
1.9"
1.9"
0.8"
0.8"
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring41°61°7.0"Summer72°77°9.5"Fall41°67°4.5"Winter29°32°1.9"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 42% of US counties
Wetter than 18% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 70% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Gove County Weather

Cooler and Drier than Average

Gove County’s 52.4°F average temperature is cooler than the national median. It receives only 22.9 inches of precipitation, characterizing it as a semi-arid region.

One of the State's Cooler Counties

At 52.4°F, the county is 2.4 degrees cooler than the Kansas state average of 54.8°F. It also receives about 7.4 inches less precipitation than the state average.

Snowier than Most of Kansas

Gove County sees 20.3 inches of snow, which is more than double the snowfall in Elk or Franklin counties. It experiences fewer extreme heat days than its southern neighbor, Finney.

Harsh Winters and Moderate Summers

Winter is cold with 20.3 inches of snow and a 30.6°F average. Summer is relatively mild for Kansas, with 56 days above 90°F and a July average of 77.4°F.

Ready the Snow Shovels

Stock up on snow removal equipment for the significant 20.3-inch annual snowfall. Efficient heating is a priority for the cold 29.1°F January lows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Gove County?
The average annual temperature in Gove County, KS is 52.4°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Gove County get?
Gove County receives an average of 22.9 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Gove County?
Yes, Gove County receives an average of 20.3 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Gove County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Gove County is 74.8°F. The county experiences an average of 55.7 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Gove County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Gove County is 30.6°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 29.1°F.

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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.

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