Hesston, KS has a climate that is characterized by hot, humid summers and cold winters. The average summer temperature in Hesston ranges between 80-90°F, with high humidity levels due to the prevalence of thunderstorms during this time of year. In the winter months, temperatures can drop below freezing and snowfall is not uncommon. Despite the extreme shifts in temperature throughout the year, Hesston enjoys plenty of sunshine, which helps keep temperatures moderate and makes it an attractive place to live.
Hesston, Kansas gets 33 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Hesston averages 12 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 225 sunny days per year in Hesston. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Hesston gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 75 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 92 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 19
Rain: averages 33 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 12 inches of snow a year