Monthly climate guide
Kansas City weather in August
August in Kansas City is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 31°C (87°F) and night-time lows near 19°C (67°F). The month usually brings about 129 mm of rain (wet) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 3°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- It's wetter than a typical month in Kansas City — roughly 52% more rain than average.
- Seasonally, August counts as late summer in Kansas City.
- Kansas City is usually about 2°C cooler than Wichita, 290 km away, in August.
- August is Kansas City's second warmest month.
Avg high
31°C
87°F
Avg low
19°C
67°F
Rainfall
129 mm
wet
Humidity
70%
relative
Sky
45%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Kansas City weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 38°F | -6°C / 20°F | 31 mm | 80% | 60% |
| February | 6°C / 42°F | -5°C / 23°F | 39 mm | 77% | 62% |
| March | 13°C / 56°F | 1°C / 34°F | 67 mm | 75% | 62% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 6°C / 43°F | 104 mm | 73% | 62% |
| May | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 55°F | 145 mm | 76% | 60% |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 19°C / 66°F | 116 mm | 75% | 50% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 21°C / 70°F | 112 mm | 69% | 43% |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 19°C / 67°F | 129 mm | 70% | 45% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 59°F | 86 mm | 72% | 42% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 8°C / 46°F | 87 mm | 71% | 49% |
| November | 12°C / 54°F | 1°C / 33°F | 54 mm | 75% | 51% |
| December | 6°C / 43°F | -3°C / 26°F | 47 mm | 80% | 59% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is August a good time to visit Kansas City?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Kansas City →Other United States cities in August
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Kansas City in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Kansas City?
August is one of the wetter months in Kansas City, with about 129 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Kansas City in August?
Average highs are about 31°C (87°F) and average lows about 19°C (67°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kansas City in August?
Kansas City typically gets around 129 mm of rain in August — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Kansas City (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.