Trego County Climate
Trego County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
54.0°F
Annual Precip
22.4"
Annual Snowfall
20.4"
Extreme Heat Days
67
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,891
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Trego County
Climate Verdict
Trego County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 54.0°F, semi-arid conditions with only 22.4 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 66.6 days annually above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 20.4 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 29.9°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.2°F. The 49°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Trego County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Trego County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 7.9 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Trego County Weather
Trego County matches the national temperature median
Trego County’s 54.0°F annual average temperature closely matches the national median for temperate continental zones. However, its 22.4 inches of annual precipitation is leaner than the national average for mid-latitude regions.
Arid conditions relative to the Sunflower State
The county’s 54.0°F average is just below the Kansas state average of 54.8°F. It experiences much drier conditions than the state average of 30.3 inches, receiving about 8 inches less rainfall annually.
Warmer and wetter than its western neighbors
Trego is notably warmer than Thomas County to its northwest, which averages only 51.8°F. It shares a similar semi-arid profile with nearby Wallace, though it sees slightly more annual rainfall.
Intense summer heat and snowy winters
Residents face intense summers with 67 days of extreme heat reaching at least 90°F. July temperatures average 79.2°F, while winter remains cold with 20.4 inches of annual snowfall.
Prepare for extreme heat and cold
Optimize home insulation and cooling systems to handle over two months of extreme heat days. Residents should also maintain reliable winter gear to navigate the cold January lows of 29.9°F.
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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.