Wilson County Climate
Wilson County, Kansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
56.8°F
Annual Precip
42.5"
Annual Snowfall
6.5"
Extreme Heat Days
54
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,353
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Wilson County
Climate Verdict
Wilson County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 56.8°F, moderately wet with 42.5 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 54.1 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 6.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 32.3°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.9°F. The 48°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Wilson County closely matches the Kansas statewide average temperature of 54.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 12.2 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Wilson County Weather
Subtropical warmth in Wilson County
Wilson County’s 56.8°F average temperature is higher than the national median, characterizing a humid climate. Its 42.5 inches of annual precipitation is well above the national average for the United States.
Warmest and wettest in the region
This is one of the warmest and wettest counties in Kansas, exceeding the state average temperature by 2 degrees. It also exceeds the precipitation average by over 12 inches and sees very little snow.
Humid conditions in southeast Kansas
Wilson is warmer and wetter than Woodson County to its north, receiving slightly more rain and less snow. It is drastically more humid and wet than the arid counties in western Kansas.
Mild winters and humid summers
Summers are long and warm with 54 days of heat above 90°F and a July average of 79.9°F. Winters are mild compared to the rest of the state, with only 6.5 inches of snow and a 35.0°F average.
Managing humidity and high rainfall
Humidity control and heavy-duty rain gutters are essential for managing the 42.5 inches of annual rainfall. Residents can opt for lighter winter gear as snowfall is minimal at just 6.5 inches.
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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.