Best time to visit Topeka, KS

A month-by-month travel weather guide based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.

The most comfortable travel window in Topeka runs from August through October — 3 months of pleasant temperatures and modest rainfall.

January Cold
High
39.9°F
Low
18.7°F
Precip
0.92 in

Winter weather. Plan around weather; good for snow sports if applicable.

Daylight ≈ 9h 33m

February Cool
High
45.0°F
Low
22.9°F
Precip
1.33 in

Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.

Daylight ≈ 10h 32m

March Cool
High
56.2°F
Low
32.6°F
Precip
2.24 in

Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.

Daylight ≈ 11h 44m

April Good
High
66.5°F
Low
43.0°F
Precip
3.86 in

Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.

Daylight ≈ 13h 2m

May Wet
High
75.7°F
Low
54.6°F
Precip
5.31 in

Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.

Daylight ≈ 14h 8m

June Wet
High
85.0°F
Low
64.3°F
Precip
5.02 in

Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.

Daylight ≈ 14h 42m

July Hot
High
88.5°F
Low
68.1°F
Precip
4.21 in

Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.

Daylight ≈ 14h 29m

August Good
High
87.4°F
Low
65.5°F
Precip
4.43 in

Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.

Daylight ≈ 13h 32m

September Good
High
80.3°F
Low
56.7°F
Precip
3.54 in

Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.

Daylight ≈ 12h 14m

October Good
High
68.8°F
Low
44.3°F
Precip
2.91 in

Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.

Daylight ≈ 10h 57m

November Cool
High
55.0°F
Low
32.2°F
Precip
2.01 in

Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.

Daylight ≈ 9h 49m

December Cold
High
43.3°F
Low
22.9°F
Precip
1.51 in

Winter weather. Plan around weather; good for snow sports if applicable.

Daylight ≈ 9h 16m

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