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Current Local Time in Kansas

Current local time and time zone in Kansas, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 66°F now🕔 8:09 PM local📅 Best: March, August, September and October👥 2.9 million

Current local time in Kansas

8:09 PM
Monday, October 26, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Chicago
UTC offsetUTC-05:00
UTC now1:09 AM
Sunrise7:43 AM
Sunset6:28 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:43 AM
Sunset6:28 PM
Daylight10h 45m
Solar noon1:05 PM
Golden hour (am)7:43 AM - 8:43 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:28 PM - 6:28 PM
Blue hour (am)7:13 AM - 7:43 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:28 PM - 6:58 PM
Moon phase🌕 Full moon · 100%
Moonrise6:25 PM
Moonset8:25 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Kansas

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates39°2′50.3″N 95°40′30.7″W (39.0473, -95.6752)
CapitalTopeka
Population2.940.000
Area82.278 sq mi
AbbreviationKS
Time zoneAmerica/Chicago
Local time8:09 PM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsMarch, August, September and October
ClimateContinental

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 66°F (19°C) in Kansas with mainly clear. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 53°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - 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 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Kansas today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 39°2′50.3″N 95°40′30.7″W (39.0473, -95.6752)

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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 66°F (19°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 56% 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 8:09 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 8:09 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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