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Salina, Kansas Temperature & Weather History

Kansas, United States · Climate data since 1981
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📍 38.8355°N, 97.6462°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)

Salina Climate Overview

Salina has a warm temperate climate with warm summers and freezing winters.

Temperatures peak in July and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during spring and early summer months.

Humidity remains moderate throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️Avg HighAvg TempAvg LowRecord HighRecord LowHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January❄️39.6°F30.2°F20.8°F70.0°F-14.8°F74%213.32.39
February🌨️44.8°F34.2°F23.5°F80.2°F-9.4°F71%243.43.22
March🌨️57.0°F44.8°F32.5°F87.4°F-3.6°F67%523.74.25
April🌤️67.5°F54.9°F42.2°F103.1°F16.0°F64%673.95.35
May☔76.9°F65.4°F53.9°F101.3°F29.1°F67%1233.45.96
June☔86.6°F75.7°F64.7°F111.9°F44.1°F67%1083.26.70
July☔93.0°F81.6°F70.1°F112.8°F53.8°F60%1023.06.72
August☔91.3°F79.8°F68.2°F112.3°F49.3°F60%992.96.01
September☀️83.3°F71.2°F59.1°F109.2°F28.9°F60%693.34.89
October🌤️69.4°F57.5°F45.7°F97.0°F18.7°F63%583.43.65
November🌨️54.2°F43.5°F32.7°F82.2°F-2.7°F69%353.32.66
December🌨️41.7°F32.6°F23.5°F74.5°F-17.7°F75%273.12.11

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Salina Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Salina

January is Salina's coldest month, with average lows reaching 20.8°F. The coldest it has ever been that month is -14.8°F.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 22.6°F – 42.1°F

🧥 Pack heavy layers and prepare for snow — this is a Severe Winter destination.

☀️ Summer in Salina

Summer temperatures in Salina peak in July, with average highs of 93.0°F. The hottest it has ever been that month is 112.8°F.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 67.6°F – 90.3°F

🌤️ Limit midday outdoor exposure and stay hydrated — this is an intense Hot Summer.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Salina

Salina sees its highest rainfall in May, receiving approximately 123 mm of precipitation.
🌧️May to July (avg) · up to 123 mm

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Salina Monthly Temperature Guide

July is the hottest month in Salina, with average highs reaching 93.0°F, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to 20.8°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in July, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer ideal for outdoor activities, while winters bring freezing conditions and heavy snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Salina

May is the wettest month in Salina with about 123 mm, while January is the driest at 21 mm.

Rainfall is concentrated in the spring and early summer months. Humidity stays moderate (around 67%), peaking during winter months, which creates cold and damp conditions.

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:55.9°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:786 mm
Avg Humidity:67%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Across 45 years of records, Salina's temperature has remained relatively stable over the past decade. Its hottest day reached 112.7°F in July 2011, and its coldest dropped to -17.7°F in December 1989. 2012 was the warmest year overall and 1993 the coolest.

📅 Explore Salina Weather by Month

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Salina's recorded history was 2012 (avg: 59.9°F), while the coldest was 1993 (avg: 51.3°F).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Salina's temperature has remained relatively stable over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 30 years · °F

Salina's temperatures has remained relatively stable over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 112.7°F in July 2011, while the lowest dropped to -17.7°F in December 1989.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 30 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Salina shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
68.2°F57.2°F46.2°F105.1°F-6.7°F80967%3.2 m/s
2024
71.1°F59.2°F47.3°F108.5°F-13.7°F70563%3.2 m/s
2023
70.5°F58.6°F46.8°F112.3°F9.1°F60661%3.1 m/s
2022
69.1°F57.0°F45.1°F108.0°F-4.0°F64657%3.5 m/s
2021
68.7°F57.6°F46.6°F105.6°F-9.4°F70466%3.3 m/s
2020
67.3°F56.3°F45.3°F101.3°F6.4°F74267%3.3 m/s
2019
63.3°F53.6°F43.9°F93.7°F-3.6°F99677%3.3 m/s
2018
66.7°F55.6°F44.6°F104.4°F-4.2°F89967%3.3 m/s
2017
69.1°F57.7°F46.4°F108.9°F0.5°F71464%3.4 m/s
2016
68.7°F57.9°F47.1°F105.8°F0.0°F85169%3.3 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Salina?▼

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), July is typically the hottest month in Salina, Kansas, with average high temperatures around 93.0°F.

What is the coldest month in Salina?▼

January is the coldest month in Salina, with average low temperatures around 20.8°F.

What is the rainiest month in Salina?▼

May receives the most rainfall with approximately 123 mm, while January is the driest with 21 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Salina?▼

The highest recorded temperature was 112.7°F in July 2011. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Salina?▼

The lowest recorded temperature was -17.7°F in December 1989.

How many years of data does this page cover?▼

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Salina get?▼

Salina receives the most sunlight in July with an average solar radiation of 6.72 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Kansas.

Where does this weather data come from?▼

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45