Kansas City, MO Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Kansas City
Located in Missouri, United States, Kansas City experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 88°F (31°C) in July and dip to about 40°F (4°C) in January, with around 44.9 inches (1140 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 88°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 40°F (4°C)
- Record high: 102°F (39°C) · Record low: -18°F (-28°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: May (15 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (12.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
- Snow: about 10 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 88°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 71°F (22°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 40°F (4°C) and lows around 23°F (-5°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 102°F (39°C) and dropped as low as -18°F (-28°C).
Rain, sun and snow
May is usually the wettest month. It brings about 6.4 inches (162 mm) of rain over 15 days, while February is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.2 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 10 days in a typical year, mostly from November through March.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 23° | 8 | 1.9 in | 6.1 h/day | 69% |
| February | 44° | 25° | 6 | 1.5 in | 7.9 h/day | 64% |
| March | 56° | 37° | 9 | 3.4 in | 7.9 h/day | 66% |
| April | 65° | 45° | 11 | 4.3 in | 9.5 h/day | 63% |
| May | 75° | 57° | 15 | 6.4 in | 9.6 h/day | 71% |
| June | 86° | 67° | 11 | 5.3 in | 12.2 h/day | 68% |
| July | 88° | 71° | 11 | 5.3 in | 11.8 h/day | 71% |
| August | 86° | 69° | 11 | 5.3 in | 11.2 h/day | 71% |
| September | 82° | 64° | 7 | 3.0 in | 10.5 h/day | 68% |
| October | 68° | 50° | 8 | 3.9 in | 8.4 h/day | 64% |
| November | 54° | 38° | 7 | 2.7 in | 7.2 h/day | 69% |
| December | 45° | 29° | 6 | 1.9 in | 6.4 h/day | 70% |
Kansas City month by month
Kansas City weather in January
January brings highs around 40°F (4°C), lows near 23°F (-5°C), about 8 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Kansas City.
Kansas City weather in February
February brings highs around 44°F (7°C), lows near 25°F (-4°C), about 6 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days - typically the driest month of the year in Kansas City.
Kansas City weather in March
March brings highs around 56°F (14°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 9 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Kansas City weather in April
April brings highs around 65°F (19°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), about 11 wet days.
Kansas City weather in May
May brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 15 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Kansas City.
Kansas City weather in June
June brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), about 11 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Kansas City.
Kansas City weather in July
July brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 11 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Kansas City.
Kansas City weather in August
August brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 11 wet days.
Kansas City weather in September
September brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 7 wet days.
Kansas City weather in October
October brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 50°F (10°C), about 8 wet days.
Kansas City weather in November
November brings highs around 54°F (12°C), lows near 38°F (3°C), about 7 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Kansas City weather in December
December brings highs around 45°F (7°C), lows near 29°F (-1°C), about 6 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Seasons in Kansas City
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Kansas City is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and nights around 46°F (8°C); expect showers on roughly 35 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Kansas City is hot, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (31°C) and nights around 69°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 33 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Kansas City is mild, with daytime highs averaging 68°F (20°C) and nights around 51°F (10°C); expect showers on roughly 22 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Kansas City is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 43°F (6°C) and nights around 26°F (-3°C); expect showers on roughly 20 days across the season, plus around 7 snowy days.
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Best time to visit Kansas City
The best time to visit Kansas City is generally September to November and April, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 67°F (20°C).
Pack for Kansas City with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 71°F (22°C).
Kansas City temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.