Kansas City Weather Forecast
Kansas City weather: 69°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Kansas City weather in December
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Climate in Kansas City 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° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 29° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 62° | 40° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 69° | 50° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 76° | 57° | 6,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 85° | 68° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 72° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 87° | 69° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 82° | 63° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 71° | 53° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 55° | 39° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 31° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Kansas City
Go in August and September. 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Kansas City compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Kansas City.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 59 mi | 58°F | about the same | 40 in |
| Nebraska | 163 mi | 55°F | 34°F cooler | 29 in |
| Omaha | 165 mi | 54°F | 35°F cooler | 29 in |
| Iowa | 179 mi | 53°F | 36°F cooler | 37 in |
| Des Moines | 179 mi | 53°F | 36°F cooler | 37 in |
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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 69°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 87% and wind is 2 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 5:10 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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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 August 21, 2026 at 5:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
