Lane County Climate
Lane County, Kansas
Avg Annual Temp
53.9°F
Annual Precip
22.4"
Annual Snowfall
22.4"
Extreme Heat Days
70.7
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Lane County Weather
Dry High Plains with Variable Temps
Lane County's 53.9°F average temperature aligns closely with the national median. However, its 22.4 inches of precipitation is much lower than the typical U.S. county experience.
Drier and Cooler Than Kansas Averages
At 53.9°F, Lane is slightly cooler than the 54.8°F state average. It represents the drier western half of the state, receiving nearly 8 inches less rain than the Kansas mean.
Extreme Heat on the Western Border
Lane sees more extreme heat than Logan County to its northwest, recording 71 days above 90°F. It also receives 22.4 inches of snow, which is double the amount seen in eastern Kansas.
Summer Sizzle and Heavy Winter Snow
July is hot with over 70 days hitting extreme temperatures and a 78.7°F average. The winter season brings substantial snowfall of 22.4 inches to these high plains.
Plan for Arid Conditions and Extremes
Drought-resistant landscaping is essential given the low 22-inch annual rainfall. Residents should also prepare for significant snow clearance given the high winter 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.