Harvey County Climate
Harvey County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
56.2°F
Annual Precip
33.5"
Annual Snowfall
10.3"
Extreme Heat Days
62
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,379
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Harvey County
Climate Verdict
Harvey County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 56.2°F, moderate rainfall of 33.5 inches per year, significant summer heat with 61.8 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 10.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 31.0°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.9°F. The 50°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
Harvey County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Kansas.
Climate Profile
About Harvey County Weather
Temperate with Moderate Rainfall
Harvey County averages 56.2°F annually, sitting just above the national median temperature. It receives 33.5 inches of precipitation, making it a relatively green and well-watered part of the central plains.
Warmer and Wetter than Average
Harvey County exceeds both the state average temperature of 54.8°F and the state average precipitation of 30.3 inches. This creates a more humid and productive agricultural climate than western Kansas.
Balancing Heat and Moisture
Harvey is wetter than Gray County by nearly 12 inches annually. While its 62 extreme heat days are fewer than Grant’s 73, its July average of 80.9°F remains one of the highest in the region.
Peak Summer Heat Waves
Summers are hot, with a July average of 80.9°F and 62 days reaching at least 90°F. Winter is standard for the region, averaging 33.4°F with a moderate 10.3 inches of snow.
Manage Both Heat and Humidity
With 33.5 inches of rain and high July heat, residents should monitor for humidity-related home maintenance. Annual snowfall is light at 10.3 inches, but residents should still keep a shovel ready for occasional winter storms.
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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.