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Fort Scott (KS) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Fort Scott can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Fort Scott. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 6°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -6°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Fort Scott has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1214 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Fort Scott can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 169 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days.

In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 27 mm of snow/rainfall, spread across 5 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Fort Scott Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Fort Scott (KS)

Mon   Dec 23
13°C | 7°C
SW 6 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
9°C | 3°C
NE 4 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
10°C | 3°C
E 4 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

The best time of year to visit Fort Scott in the United States of America

During the months of April, May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Fort Scott?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May and June.
  • Which is the warmest month in Fort Scott?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Fort Scott?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Fort Scott?
    May tops the wettest month list with 169 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Fort Scott?
    January is the driest month with 27 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.