Kiowa County Climate
Kiowa County, Kansas
Avg Annual Temp
54.8°F
Annual Precip
26.0"
Annual Snowfall
16.3"
Extreme Heat Days
60
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Kiowa County Weather
A Classic Mid-Latitude Plains Climate
Kiowa’s average annual temperature of 54.8°F sits just slightly above the national median. The county receives 26 inches of rain annually, placing it in a drier category than the typical U.S. county.
Matching the Kansas Average Temperature
The county perfectly mirrors the Kansas state average temperature of 54.8°F. While its thermal profile is average, its 26 inches of rain lags about 4 inches behind the state mean.
Drier and Snowier Than Eastern Neighbors
Kiowa is significantly drier than Labette County but receives nearly double the annual snowfall. It shares the characteristic 60 extreme heat days found across many south-central Kansas counties.
Hot Summers and Steady Winter Snow
Summers are intense with 60 days topping 90°F and July temperatures averaging 79.0°F. Winters provide 16.3 inches of snow and a chilly December-to-February average of 33.0°F.
Prepare for Two Months of Heat
Residents should ensure HVAC systems are ready for 60 days of 90-degree weather. Sturdy snow removal tools are also necessary to manage the 16 inches of annual accumulation.
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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.