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Dodge City (KS) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Dodge City’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United States of America.

Monthly Temperature Averages

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to cold in Dodge City. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a cold 7°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around -7°C.

The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Dodge City by month:

The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.

The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:

January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 8.1 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 3 days. For more information, please visit our Dodge City Precipitation page.

Annual Temperatures in the United States of America Compared

The map below shows the annual temperature across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

Dodge City Temperatures Compared World Wide

Dodge City’s average annual maximum temperature is 21°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.

Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.

In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.

How are these Temperatures Measured?

Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.

This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.

Temperatures in the Mountains

Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.

  • Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
  • Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.

For more detailed information about Dodge City’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Dodge City climate page.


Current temperature in Dodge City (KS)

Wed   Dec 25
11°C | -4°C
S 9 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Thu   Dec 26
11°C | 3°C
S 5 m/s
0.6 mm
overcast and slight rain

overcast and slight rain

Fri   Dec 27
12°C | 2°C
NW 5 m/s
2.5 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

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