Kansas City Map
Interactive map of Kansas City with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Kansas City is a city in Missouri. Kansas City is known for Barbecue and jazz history. It has a population of about 510.000.
Right now it is 60°F (15°C) in Kansas City with clear. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 58°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Kansas City is August and September. 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.
Nearby highlights include Gateway Arch National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 80°F is 8.5°F above the 71°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Kansas City today at 9.7/10. Gusts to 32 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.
Map of Kansas City
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Coordinates: 39°5′58.9″N 94°34′43″W (39.0997, -94.5786)
Quick facts about Kansas City
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Missouri |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 39°5′58.9″N 94°34′43″W (39.0997, -94.5786) |
| Population | 510.000 |
| Known for | Barbecue and jazz history |
| Local time | 2:26 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Neighboring cities in Missouri
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Getting to Kansas City
- Omaha · 165 mi · roughly 3.8 h driving
- Des Moines · 179 mi · roughly 4.1 h driving
- Branson · 185 mi · roughly 4.3 h driving
- St. Louis · 238 mi · roughly 5.5 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Things to do in Kansas City
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Kansas City.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kansas City?
Kansas City is a city in Missouri. Its coordinates are 39.0997, -94.5786. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Kansas City right now?
It is currently 60°F (15°C) with clear. Humidity is 71% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kansas City?
August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Kansas City, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kansas City in?
Kansas City observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 2:26 PM.
How many people live in Kansas City?
Kansas City has a population of approximately 510.000.
What are the top things to do in Kansas City?
Popular options include Gateway Arch National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 2:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
