Pratt County Climate
Pratt County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
55.2°F
Annual Precip
27.6"
Annual Snowfall
15.1"
Extreme Heat Days
66
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,077
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Forecast
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Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Pratt County
Climate Verdict
Pratt County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.2°F, moderate rainfall of 27.6 inches per year, significant summer heat with 65.7 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 15.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 31.1°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.2°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
Pratt County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Kansas.
Climate Profile
About Pratt County Weather
Warmer than the national median
Pratt County's average annual temperature of 55.2°F sits above the national average for temperate zones. It experiences a drier climate with only 27.6 inches of annual precipitation.
Warm and dry southern plains
Pratt's 55.2°F average exceeds the state mark of 54.8°F, reflecting its position in the southern half of Kansas. Rainfall here is lower than the state average of 30.3 inches, totaling 27.6 inches annually.
Similar to its central neighbors
Pratt closely mirrors Pawnee County, though it is slightly cooler at 55.2°F versus 55.6°F. Both counties face exactly 66 to 68 days of extreme heat each year.
Searing summers and light snow
July temperatures average 79.2°F, contributing to 66 days where the mercury hits 90°F or higher. Winter is relatively mild for Kansas, with 15.1 inches of snow and a January average of 31.1°F.
Prepare for long heat waves
With 66 extreme heat days, robust air conditioning is a primary requirement for residents. The 33.1°F winter average means fewer deep freezes than northern Kansas, but winter tires are still useful for the 15.1 inches of snow.
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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.