The best times to visit Fort Scott for ideal weather are

April 2nd to June 3rd

or

September 10th to October 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Fort Scott Travel Info

Weather in Fort Scott

Temperature

Average temperatures in Fort Scott vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 53rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Fort Scott, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 94.4°F (34.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.8°F (23.2°C) at night.

Fort Scott Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Fort Scott Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Fort Scott Perceived Temperature (F)

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Fort Scott Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Fort Scott Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 47.4 35.4 26.6
Feb 46.9 35.9 27.6
Mar 60.8 48.4 39.5
Apr 71.2 59.2 50
May 77 67.1 58.4
Jun 88 77.8 69.1
Jul 92.2 81.3 72.2
Aug 92.3 80.3 70.3
Sep 82.3 70.9 62
Oct 71.6 59.2 49.2
Nov 59.2 47.5 38.8
Dec 48.8 39 31.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 8.6 1.9 -3
Feb 8.3 2.2 -2.4
Mar 16 9.1 4.2
Apr 21.8 15.1 10
May 25 19.5 14.7
Jun 31.1 25.4 20.6
Jul 33.4 27.4 22.3
Aug 33.5 26.8 21.3
Sep 27.9 21.6 16.7
Oct 22 15.1 9.6
Nov 15.1 8.6 3.8
Dec 9.3 3.9 -0.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Fort Scott are January, December, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid September with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Fort Scott? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Fort Scott.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Fort Scott (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 1% 0 0.1
Feb 3% 0 0.6
Mar 5% 0 0.6
Apr 6% 0 0.8
May 6% 0 0.7
Jun 4% 0 0.8
Jul 4% 0 0.5
Aug 2% 0 0.5
Sep 7% 0 1.7
Oct 2% 0 0.3
Nov 3% 0 0.4
Dec 1% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 3 0 1.5
Mar 5 0 1.5
Apr 6 0 2
May 6 0 1.8
Jun 4 0 2
Jul 4 0 1.3
Aug 2 0 1.3
Sep 7 0 4.3
Oct 2 0 0.8
Nov 3 0 1
Dec 1 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Fort Scott has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (56.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (67%).

Wind in Fort Scott is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and November. March’s average wind speed of around 7.6 knots (8.8 MPH or 14.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 17.2 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Fort Scott.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.9 Light breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Feb 6.7 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Mar 7.6 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Apr 7.6 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
May 6.7 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Jun 6.6 Light breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Jul 5.2 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Aug 4.8 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 5 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Nov 7.2 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Dec 6.3 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 56.4%
Feb 59.1%
Mar 58.7%
Apr 56.5%
May 67%
Jun 65.6%
Jul 61.3%
Aug 58.8%
Sep 63.9%
Oct 58.6%
Nov 57.3%
Dec 67%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Fort Scott?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Fort Scott, KS, US is July, followed by December and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Fort Scott in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 40.6 in November means 40.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Fort Scott Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with roughly 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with about 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Fort Scott, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.7°F (30.4°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 2 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Fort Scott to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 42.5°F (5.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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