Rooks County Climate
Rooks County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
53.6°F
Annual Precip
25.3"
Annual Snowfall
19.2"
Extreme Heat Days
65
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,807
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: Rooks County
Climate Verdict
Rooks County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 53.6°F, moderate rainfall of 25.3 inches per year, significant summer heat with 65.35 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 19.2 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 29.4°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.6°F. The 49°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Rooks County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Rooks County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 5.0 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Rooks County Weather
A cooler, semi-arid high plains profile
Rooks County averages 53.6°F annually, which is slightly cooler than the national median for mid-latitude regions. Its semi-arid climate features lower humidity and higher daily temperature swings than coastal counties.
Cooler and drier than the Kansas average
At 53.6°F, Rooks County sits 1.2 degrees below the state average annual temperature. It also receives 5 inches less rainfall than the Kansas average, recording only 25.3 inches per year.
Matching the dry central Kansas belt
Rooks shares an identical 25.3-inch precipitation profile with neighboring Rush County to the south. However, it is slightly cooler than Russell County, which maintains a warmer 54.8°F annual average.
Significant snow and sixty-five hot days
Summer heat is intense with 65 days hitting 90°F or higher, driven by a 78.6°F July average. Winters bring 19.2 inches of snow, one of the higher totals for this region of the state.
Invest in insulation and snow removal
The 19.2 inches of annual snow demand a high-quality shovel or snowblower for the winter months. Homeowners should prioritize attic insulation to handle the 65 extreme heat days that occur each summer.
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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.