The best times to visit Harper for ideal weather are

August 20th 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 Harper Travel Info

Weather in Harper

Temperature

Average temperatures in Harper vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice between summer and winter. The temperatures feel cold for about half the year, and too hot for part of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 33rd 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 Harper, 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 97.6°F (36.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.1°F (21.7°C) at night.

Harper Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Harper 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.

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Harper Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Harper 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 48.6 33.1 21.5
Feb 49.9 35 23.9
Mar 63.6 48.1 36.1
Apr 72 56.9 45.1
May 81.3 67 54.7
Jun 92.8 78.6 65.9
Jul 95.9 81.9 69.3
Aug 94.5 80.4 67.9
Sep 86.6 71.9 59.6
Oct 74.2 58.8 45.9
Nov 61 45.8 33.4
Dec 47.7 34.2 24.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 9.2 0.6 -5.8
Feb 9.9 1.7 -4.5
Mar 17.6 8.9 2.3
Apr 22.2 13.8 7.3
May 27.4 19.4 12.6
Jun 33.8 25.9 18.8
Jul 35.5 27.7 20.7
Aug 34.7 26.9 19.9
Sep 30.3 22.2 15.3
Oct 23.4 14.9 7.7
Nov 16.1 7.7 0.8
Dec 8.7 1.2 -4.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Harper are January, November, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Harper? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Harper is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Harper.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Harper (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 4% 2.7 0.4
Feb 9% 4.6 1.4
Mar 13% 2.6 1.8
Apr 16% 2 2.7
May 18% 0 3.6
Jun 20% 0 4.5
Jul 17% 0 3.9
Aug 17% 0 2.9
Sep 9% 0 2
Oct 11% 0 2.1
Nov 7% 1.7 1.2
Dec 8% 2.1 1.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 6.9 1
Feb 9 11.7 3.6
Mar 13 6.6 4.6
Apr 16 5.1 6.9
May 18 0 9.1
Jun 20 0 11.4
Jul 17 0 9.9
Aug 17 0 7.4
Sep 9 0 5.1
Oct 11 0 5.3
Nov 7 4.3 3
Dec 8 5.3 3.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Harper has some comfortably humid months, with slightly drier months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is October (48.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (57.5%).

Wind in Harper is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by March and June. April’s average wind speed of around 9.8 knots (11.3 MPH or 18.1 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 April where average top sustained speeds reach 19 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.6 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Feb 8.2 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Mar 9.1 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Apr 9.8 Gentle breeze 18.1 Strong breeze
May 8.5 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Jun 8.5 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
Jul 6.9 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Aug 6.8 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Sep 7.4 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Oct 7.6 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Nov 7.9 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Dec 7.6 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 48.7%
Feb 52.3%
Mar 49.7%
Apr 48.6%
May 53.2%
Jun 50.1%
Jul 48.3%
Aug 49.3%
Sep 49.9%
Oct 48.3%
Nov 49.7%
Dec 57.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Harper?

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 Harper, KS, US is June, followed by May and July. 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 Harper 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 38.9 in November means 38.9% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Harper Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 87.8°F (31°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 the most precipitation with 5 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Harper, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.9°F (31.6°C) and 53.6°F (12°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 4 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 far too cold this time of year in Harper to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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