Haskell County Climate
Haskell County, Kansas
Avg Annual Temp
56.9°F
Annual Precip
18.3"
Annual Snowfall
15.0"
Extreme Heat Days
72
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Haskell County Weather
A Warm and Arid Plains Climate
Haskell County maintains an average annual temperature of 56.9°F, which is nearly four degrees warmer than the national median. This semi-arid region receives only 18.3 inches of precipitation annually, far below the national average for temperate zones.
Warmer Than the Kansas Average
With an annual average of 56.9°F, Haskell County is significantly warmer than the Kansas state average of 54.8°F. It also ranks as one of the driest counties in the state, receiving about 12 inches less rain than the average Kansas community.
Hotter and Drier Than Eastern Neighbors
Haskell shares the dry profile of western Kansas, but its 72 extreme heat days make it more intense than many central counties. It is slightly warmer and drier than Kearny County, which averages 55.7°F and 18.8 inches of rain.
Intense Summer Heat and Moderate Winters
Summers are demanding with 72 days reaching 90°F or higher and a July average of 79.5°F. Winters are relatively mild for the plains, averaging 36.1°F with a manageable 15.0 inches of annual snowfall.
Prepare for Dry Heat and Sun
Residents should invest in high-efficiency cooling systems to handle the frequent 90-degree days. Water conservation and xeriscaping are practical choices given the low annual precipitation of just 18.3 inches.
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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.