Smith County Climate
Smith County, Kansas
Avg Annual Temp
53.1°F
Annual Precip
27.2"
Annual Snowfall
20.5"
Extreme Heat Days
61.4
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Smith County Weather
Central Plains Temperature Balance
Smith County tracks closely with national figures, showing an annual average temperature of 53.1°F. Its climate is marked by significant seasonal variability typical of the American heartland.
Cooler Winters Than the State Average
The county's average temperature of 53.1°F is lower than the Kansas average of 54.8°F. Winter months are particularly cold, with January temperatures averaging just 27.3°F.
Hotter Summers Than Western Neighbors
Smith County experiences 61 days of extreme heat, significantly more than Sheridan's 51 days. It also receives more annual precipitation than its neighbors to the west, totaling 27.2 inches.
Steep Spikes in Summer Heat
July brings an average temperature of 79.1°F and contributes to over two months of extreme heat days. Winter balances this with 20.5 inches of snowfall and a cold 29.4°F winter average.
Prepare for Wide Thermal Ranges
Your home needs robust insulation to handle temperatures that range from 27.3°F in January to over 90°F during 61 summer days. Expect a significant 20.5 inches of snow each year.
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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.