Ness County Climate
Ness County, Kansas
Avg Annual Temp
53.7°F
Annual Precip
22.5"
Annual Snowfall
17.6"
Extreme Heat Days
70.55
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Ness County Weather
Temperate but Arid Conditions
Ness County averages 53.7°F, aligning closely with the national median temperature. Its 22.5 inches of annual rainfall reflects a typical semi-arid high plains climate.
Sun-Drenched and Drier Than Average
Ness matches the state’s temperature profile at 53.7°F but falls short on rain compared to the 30.3-inch state average. It is a dry, sun-drenched part of the state.
More Heat Days Than Eastern Neighbors
It experiences 71 days of extreme heat, significantly more than the wetter counties to the east. Snowfall of 17.6 inches is consistent with its central Kansas neighbors.
Summer Heat Dominates the Year
Summer heat is intense with 71 days topping 90°F and a July average of 78.8°F. Winter brings a chill with a December-to-February average of 31.7°F.
Focus on Cooling and Conservation
Prepare for long periods of high heat by servicing HVAC units early in the spring. The dry 22.5-inch rainfall means drought-resistant crops and lawns are essential for residents.
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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.