Topeka, KS All-Time Weather Extremes
The most extreme temperature, precipitation, and snowfall ever recorded in Topeka, from NOAA daily weather observations.
| Temperature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Record High | 111.9°F (44°C) | August 2, 2011 |
| Record Low | -20.7°F (-29°C) | February 16, 2021 |
| Lowest High | -1.8°F (-19°C) | January 14, 2024 |
| Highest Low | 82°F (28°C) | July 26, 2023 |
| Highest Mean | 95.0°F (35°C) | August 2, 2011 |
| Lowest Mean | -6.2°F (-21°C) | February 15, 2021 |
| Precipitation | ||
| Max in One Calendar Day | 6.47" (164.3 mm) | May 6, 2007 |
| Max in One Month | 10.74" (272.9 mm) | May 2015 |
| Least in One Month | 0.00" (0.0 mm) | January 2012 |
| Max in One Year | 47.55" (1207.7 mm) | 2004 |
| Least in One Year | 22.52" (571.9 mm) | 2012 |
| Snowfall | ||
| Max in One Calendar Day | 5.0" (12.7 cm) | December 15, 1970 |
| Max in One Month | 6.1" (15.5 cm) | December 1970 |
| Max in One Season | 6.3" (16.1 cm) | 1969-70 |
| Max in One Year | 12.4" (31.6 cm) | 1970 |
| Earliest Snow | 5.0" (12.7 cm) | December 15, 1970 |
| Earliest Measurable Snow | 5.0" (12.7 cm) | December 15, 1970 |
| Latest Snow | 4.0" (10.2 cm) | April 1, 1970 |
| Latest Measurable Snow | 4.0" (10.2 cm) | April 1, 1970 |
| Period of Record | ||
| Temperature | January 1, 1970 – August 1, 2026 | |
| Precipitation | January 1, 1970 – August 1, 2026 | |
| Snowfall | January 1, 1970 – December 31, 1970 | |
Note: Records compiled from NOAA GHCN-Daily observations at TOPEKA FORBES FLD (8 mi from Topeka, KS). Quality-flagged readings are excluded. Monthly and annual totals require substantially complete reporting for “least” records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest temperature ever recorded in Topeka, KS?
The all-time record high in Topeka, KS is 111.9°F (44°C), set on August 2, 2011.
What is the coldest temperature ever recorded in Topeka, KS?
The all-time record low in Topeka, KS is -20.7°F (-29°C), set on February 16, 2021.
What is the most rain Topeka, KS has ever had in one day?
The most precipitation recorded in one calendar day near Topeka, KS is 6.47 inches, on May 6, 2007.
What is the biggest snowfall ever recorded in Topeka, KS?
The most snow recorded in one calendar day near Topeka, KS is 5.0 inches, on December 15, 1970.
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