Kansas Map
Interactive map of Kansas with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
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 65°F (18°C) in Kansas with partly cloudy. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 53°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - 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 78°F is 5.8°F above the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Kansas today at 9.5/10. 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.
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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 | 8:31 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | March, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Neighboring states and provinces in United States
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Getting to Kansas
- Kansas City · 59 mi · roughly 1.4 h driving
- Omaha · 153 mi · roughly 3.5 h driving
- Des Moines · 206 mi · roughly 4.7 h driving
- Branson · 213 mi · roughly 4.9 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
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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 65°F (18°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 58% and wind is 8 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 8:31 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 26, 2026 at 8:31 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
