Wabaunsee County Climate
Wabaunsee County, Kansas
Avg Annual Temp
53.8°F
Annual Precip
36.9"
Annual Snowfall
17.1"
Extreme Heat Days
32.6
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Wabaunsee County Weather
A lush landscape in Wabaunsee County
Wabaunsee County maintains a 53.8°F average temperature, aligning closely with the national median. Its 36.9 inches of annual precipitation sits well above the national average, reflecting its lush Flint Hills location.
Wetter than the typical Kansas county
The county’s annual temperature is nearly identical to the Kansas average of 54.8°F. However, it is significantly wetter than the state average, receiving 6.6 more inches of precipitation than typical Kansas counties.
Temperate weather compared to western Kansas
Wabaunsee is wetter than Washington County to its northwest, benefiting from nearly 5 extra inches of rain. It experiences far fewer extreme heat days than western counties like Trego.
Mild summers and standard plains winters
The county enjoys a relatively low number of extreme heat days, with only 33 days hitting 90°F or higher. Winters are standard for the region, averaging 17.1 inches of snow and a January low of 28.0°F.
Managing moisture and winter chills
High annual precipitation makes moisture management and drainage planning a priority for local homeowners. While heat is less frequent than out west, winter insulation is vital for the 30.9°F average winter temperatures.
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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.