Linn County Climate
Linn County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
55.1°F
Annual Precip
42.3"
Annual Snowfall
13.5"
Extreme Heat Days
33
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,013
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Linn County
Climate Verdict
Linn County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.1°F, moderately wet with 42.3 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 33 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 13.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 30.5°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.6°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
Linn County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 12.0 inches more precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 25.181190476190487 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Linn County Weather
A Moderately Warm and Rain-Rich Climate
Linn County's 55.1°F average temperature is about one degree warmer than the national median. This eastern county is quite wet, receiving 42.3 inches of precipitation annually.
Higher Precipitation Than Most of Kansas
Linn exceeds the state average temperature of 54.8°F and is significantly wetter than the 30.3-inch state average. It is one of the state's most moisture-abundant regions.
Milder Summer Heat Than Neighbors
Compared to Labette to the south, Linn is cooler and has fewer extreme heat days. While Labette sees 48 days over 90°F, Linn only records 33 such days.
Mild Summers and Standard Kansas Winters
Summers are relatively mild with only 33 days above 90°F, which is low for Kansas. Winters bring a 33.1°F average and 13.5 inches of snow.
Address Drainage and Winter Ice
Proper drainage is the primary concern with over 42 inches of rain every year. The 13.5 inches of snow is moderate, but ice is a risk given the 30.5°F January average.
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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.