Topeka (KS) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Topeka experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very warm days
to cold weather.
It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Topeka is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -7°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Topeka receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 990 mm annually. Topeka can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 152 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days. In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 14 mm of snow/rainfall, spread across 4 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Topeka 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
Topeka can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.0 hours of sunlight per 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 Topeka.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 72%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. 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 Topeka in the United States of America
During the months of 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:
July has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 152 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 14 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 327 hours of sunshine.
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