Wichita, KS All-Time Weather Extremes
The most extreme temperature, precipitation, and snowfall ever recorded in Wichita, from NOAA daily weather observations.
| Temperature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Record High | 105.9°F (41°C) | July 18, 1970 and August 7, 1970 |
| Record Low | -2.7°F (-19°C) | January 21, 2025 |
| Lowest High | 6.8°F (-14°C) | January 24, 2026 |
| Highest Low | 82.9°F (28°C) | August 8, 1970 |
| Highest Mean | 93°F (34°C) | July 27, 2026 |
| Lowest Mean | 4.5°F (-15°C) | February 19, 2025 |
| Precipitation | ||
| Max in One Calendar Day | 2.40" (61.0 mm) | June 11, 1970 |
| Max in One Month | 6.26" (158.9 mm) | June 1970 |
| Least in One Month | 0.07" (1.9 mm) | November 1970 |
| Max in One Year | 26.70" (678.3 mm) | 1970 |
| Least in One Year | 26.70" (678.3 mm) | 1970 |
| Snowfall | ||
| Max in One Calendar Day | 15.0" (38.1 cm) | March 16, 1970 |
| Max in One Month | 18.3" (46.5 cm) | March 1970 |
| Max in One Season | 22.0" (55.8 cm) | 1969-70 |
| Max in One Year | 24.5" (62.2 cm) | 1970 |
| Earliest Snow | 2.5" (6.4 cm) | December 15, 1970 |
| Earliest Measurable Snow | 2.5" (6.4 cm) | December 15, 1970 |
| Latest Snow | 0.2" (0.5 cm) | April 4, 1970 |
| Latest Measurable Snow | 0.2" (0.5 cm) | April 4, 1970 |
| Period of Record | ||
| Temperature | January 1, 1970 – July 31, 2026 | |
| Precipitation | January 1, 1970 – December 31, 1970 | |
| Snowfall | January 1, 1970 – December 31, 1970 | |
Note: Records compiled from NOAA GHCN-Daily observations at WICHITA MCCONNELL AFB (2 mi from Wichita, KS). Quality-flagged readings are excluded. Monthly and annual totals require substantially complete reporting for “least” records.
Shareable Image Version
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest temperature ever recorded in Wichita, KS?
The all-time record high in Wichita, KS is 105.9°F (41°C), set on July 18, 1970 and August 7, 1970.
What is the coldest temperature ever recorded in Wichita, KS?
The all-time record low in Wichita, KS is -2.7°F (-19°C), set on January 21, 2025.
What is the most rain Wichita, KS has ever had in one day?
The most precipitation recorded in one calendar day near Wichita, KS is 2.40 inches, on June 11, 1970.
What is the biggest snowfall ever recorded in Wichita, KS?
The most snow recorded in one calendar day near Wichita, KS is 15.0 inches, on March 16, 1970.
Look Up Extremes by ZIP Code
See the all-time weather extremes for any US location
Wichita Weather History
Monthly averages, records, and climate data for Wichita
Kansas Weather Extremes
Statewide records and extremes for other Kansas cities