Geography of Kansas
Geography of Kansas: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Kansas
Kansas City is 59 mi to the east, Nebraska is 134 mi to the north-west, Omaha is 153 mi to the north and Missouri is 191 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 39°2′50.3″N 95°40′30.7″W (39.0473, -95.6752)
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 | 2:46 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | March, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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 62°F (16°C) in Kansas with overcast. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 59°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 13%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
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 slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 79°F is 7°F above the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Kansas today at 9.1/10. Gusts to 37 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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).
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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 62°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 73% and wind is 10 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 2:46 PM.
How many people live in Kansas?
Kansas has a population of approximately 2.9 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 28, 2026 at 2:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
