Best Time to Visit Kansas
Best time to visit Kansas: March, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Kansas
Go in March, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Kansas month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34° | 19° | 2,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 28° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 64° | 40° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 70° | 50° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 56° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 85° | 68° | 5,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 71° | 5,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 87° | 70° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 84° | 65° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 72° | 53° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 56° | 39° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 30° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Kansas compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Kansas.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 59 mi | 58°F | about the same | 44 in |
| Nebraska | 134 mi | 55°F | 35°F cooler | 32 in |
| Omaha | 153 mi | 55°F | 36°F cooler | 33 in |
| Missouri | 191 mi | 58°F | about the same | 40 in |
| Iowa | 206 mi | 54°F | 37°F cooler | 41 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 71°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Kansas is a state in United States. Kansas is a US state with its capital at Topeka. It has a population of about 2.9 million. The capital is Topeka.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in Kansas with clear sky. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 52°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 26%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Kansas is March, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 19°F.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 64°F is 8.5°F below the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Kansas today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Kansas right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:40 PM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌤️ 68° / 49°
Mainly clear · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
⛅ 73° / 56°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 15 mph
Quick facts about Kansas
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 39°2′50.3″N 95°40′30.7″W (39.0473, -95.6752) |
| Capital | Topeka |
| Population | 2.940.000 |
| Area | 82.278 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | KS |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 5:40 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | March, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kansas?
Kansas is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 39.0473, -95.6752. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Kansas right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 87% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kansas?
March, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Kansas, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kansas in?
Kansas observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 5:40 PM.
How many people live in Kansas?
Kansas has a population of approximately 2.9 million.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 2, 2026 at 5:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
