Phillips County Climate
Phillips County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
52.7°F
Annual Precip
24.8"
Annual Snowfall
19.6"
Extreme Heat Days
66
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,694
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Phillips County
Climate Verdict
Phillips County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 52.7°F, semi-arid conditions with only 24.8 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 65.9 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 19.6 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 27.2°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.8°F. Residents experience a substantial 52°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Phillips County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Phillips County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 5.5 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Phillips County Weather
Typical mid-continental temperatures
Phillips County averages 52.7°F annually, which is close to the national median for the interior United States. Its 24.8 inches of annual precipitation reflect a transition toward the drier High Plains.
Cooler than the Kansas state average
The county's 52.7°F average is over two degrees cooler than the Kansas state average of 54.8°F. This northern location results in a winter average of 29.1°F, significantly colder than counties further south.
Drier than neighboring eastern counties
Phillips receives 24.8 inches of rain, nearly 10 inches less than Pottawatomie County to the east. However, its 19.6 inches of snowfall exceed Pawnee County's total by over four inches.
Sixty-six days of extreme heat
The county faces 66 days above 90°F, even with its cooler northern latitude. Summers average 76.3°F, while January is the coldest point with a 27.2°F average.
Plan for snow and sun
Homeowners should prioritize insulation to manage the 29.1°F winter average and almost 20 inches of snow. Drought-resistant landscaping is ideal given the below-average annual precipitation of 24.8 inches.
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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.