Grant County Climate
Grant County, Kansas
Avg Annual Temp
54.0°F
Annual Precip
17.8"
Annual Snowfall
17.8"
Extreme Heat Days
73.1
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Grant County Weather
A High Heat, Low Moisture Environment
Grant County's annual average temperature of 54.0°F aligns closely with the national median. However, its 17.8 inches of annual precipitation is far below the national average, defining it as a semi-arid landscape.
Tracking Below State Rainfall Averages
The county is notably drier than the Kansas average, receiving only 17.8 inches of moisture against the state's 30.3-inch norm. Its 54.0°F mean temperature sits just below the statewide average of 54.8°F.
Parched Compared to Central Kansas
Grant County receives nearly half the annual rainfall of Harvey County, which averages 33.5 inches. It experiences 73 days of extreme heat, far outpacing the 50 days seen in Greenwood County.
Long Summers and Dusty Winters
The county faces 73 days of temperatures at or above 90°F, peaking with a July average of 78.1°F. Winters are dry and cold, with 17.8 inches of snow and a January average of 30.9°F.
Plan for Arid Conditions
Landscaping should prioritize drought-resistant plants to survive the low 17.8-inch annual precipitation. With 73 days of extreme heat, outdoor activities require early morning scheduling to avoid the dangerous midday sun.
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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.