Weather in Kansas City
What's the weather like in Kansas City?
Kansas City has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 31°C (89°F) in July, with overnight lows around -5°C (24°F) and 22°C (71°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Kansas City are April through May, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 39.100, -94.579
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / 41°F | -5°C / 24°F | 43 mm | 7 | — |
| February | 6°C / 44°F | -4°C / 24°F | 44 mm | 7 | — |
| March | 14°C / 56°F | 3°C / 37°F | 84 mm | 10 | — |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 46°F | 105 mm | 10 | — |
| May | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 151 mm | 15 | — |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 68°F | 143 mm | 12 | — |
| July | 31°C / 89°F | 22°C / 71°F | 124 mm | 10 | — |
| August | 30°C / 87°F | 21°C / 69°F | 138 mm | 11 | — |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 64°F | 80 mm | 8 | — |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 51°F | 111 mm | 8 | — |
| November | 12°C / 54°F | 3°C / 38°F | 58 mm | 7 | — |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | -1°C / 30°F | 51 mm | 6 | — |
Kansas City by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kansas City?
The most comfortable months in Kansas City are usually April, May, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Kansas City?
July is typically the hottest month in Kansas City, averaging a high of 31°C (89°F).
What is the coldest month in Kansas City?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -5°C (24°F).
Does it snow in Kansas City?
Snow is rare in Kansas City; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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