Wichita County Climate
Wichita County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
52.3°F
Annual Precip
19.3"
Annual Snowfall
23.8"
Extreme Heat Days
60
days >= 90°F/yr
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Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,412
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: Wichita County
Climate Verdict
Wichita County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 52.3°F, semi-arid conditions with only 19.3 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 59.9 per year above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 23.8 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 30.1°F. summers are warm — July averages 76.8°F. The 47°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Wichita County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Wichita County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 11.0 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Wichita County Weather
Wichita County's arid continental climate
Wichita County averages 52.3°F annually, falling just below the national median. With only 19.3 inches of annual precipitation, it is one of the driest regions in the country compared to the national average.
Significant rainfall deficits vs Kansas norms
Wichita County is significantly drier than the Kansas average, receiving 11 inches less precipitation than the state's 30.3-inch mean. It also trends cooler than the state average of 54.8°F.
A snowy outlier in the west
It is drier than both Wallace and Trego counties, marking it as a particularly arid part of western Kansas. However, it receives the most snowfall among its neighbors, averaging 23.8 inches per year.
Extreme heat meets snowy winters
The county sees 60 extreme heat days annually, with July temperatures averaging 76.8°F. Winters are snowy and cold, with 23.8 inches of snow and a winter average of 31.4°F.
Conserving water and clearing snow
Water conservation and drought-resistant landscaping are vital given the low 19.3 inches of annual rain. Residents should also be prepared for heavy winter weather with robust snow removal tools for the driveway.
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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.