Greenwood County Climate
Greenwood County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
55.3°F
Annual Precip
39.1"
Annual Snowfall
7.7"
Extreme Heat Days
50
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,078
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Greenwood County
Climate Verdict
Greenwood County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.3°F, moderate rainfall of 39.1 inches per year, occasional hot days — 49.7 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 7.7 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 30.7°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.8°F. The 48°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
Greenwood County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 8.8 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Greenwood County Weather
A Wetter, More Temperate Climate
Greenwood County matches the national temperature median at 55.3°F but is much wetter than its western counterparts. It receives 39.1 inches of rain annually, placing it above the national average for precipitation.
Leading the State in Rainfall
Greenwood County is one of the wettest spots in Kansas, receiving 39.1 inches of rain compared to the 30.3-inch state average. Its temperature of 55.3°F is almost perfectly aligned with the state average of 54.8°F.
Wetter and Milder than Hamilton
This county receives over twice the annual rainfall of Hamilton County. It also enjoys fewer extreme heat days, with only 50 days over 90°F compared to 74 days in Hamilton.
High Humidity and Mild Winters
Summers are warm with a July average of 78.8°F, though extreme heat is less frequent than in western Kansas. Winters are comparatively mild, seeing only 7.7 inches of snow and a January average of 30.7°F.
Invest in Humidity Control
The high annual precipitation of 39.1 inches means homeowners should focus on basement waterproofing and dehumidifiers. Residents can worry less about snow, as the 7.7-inch average is the lowest in the region.
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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.