Atchison (KS) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Atchison can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to cold.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Atchison. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July to a chilly 3°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -8°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Atchison has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 945 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The seasons in Atchison, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives high rainfall, with an average of 134 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 16 mm over 5 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Atchison Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Atchison, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.9 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Atchison.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 71%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Atchison in the United States of America
Other facts from our historical weather data:The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 134 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 16 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 323 hours of sunshine.
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