The best times to visit Salina for ideal weather are

April 23rd to June 3rd

or

September 3rd to October 14th

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

 

 


Other Salina Travel Info

Weather in Salina

Temperature

Average temperatures in Salina vary an incredible amount. 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 31st 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 Salina, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 96.8°F (36°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70.2°F (21.2°C) at night.

Salina Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Salina 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.

Salina Perceived Temperature (F)

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Salina Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Salina 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 43.5 29.7 19.2
Feb 45.9 32.3 22.1
Mar 61.3 46.2 34.4
Apr 69.4 55.2 43.5
May 79.1 65.9 54.3
Jun 91.2 77.6 65.7
Jul 95.1 81.4 69.2
Aug 92.7 79.2 67.2
Sep 84.4 70.3 58.5
Oct 72 57.4 45.3
Nov 58.6 44.2 32.8
Dec 43.9 31.5 21.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.4 -1.3 -7.1
Feb 7.7 0.2 -5.5
Mar 16.3 7.9 1.3
Apr 20.8 12.9 6.4
May 26.2 18.8 12.4
Jun 32.9 25.3 18.7
Jul 35.1 27.4 20.7
Aug 33.7 26.2 19.6
Sep 29.1 21.3 14.7
Oct 22.2 14.1 7.4
Nov 14.8 6.8 0.4
Dec 6.6 -0.3 -5.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Salina 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 Salina? 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 Salina.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Salina (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 5% 0 0.4
Feb 8% 0 1.1
Mar 12% 0 1.4
Apr 19% 0 2.6
May 22% 0 5.9
Jun 19% 0 4.1
Jul 21% 0 3.4
Aug 17% 0 3.5
Sep 16% 0 3.4
Oct 14% 0 2.1
Nov 8% 0 1.3
Dec 8% 0 1.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 1
Feb 8 0 2.8
Mar 12 0 3.6
Apr 19 0 6.6
May 22 0 15
Jun 19 0 10.4
Jul 21 0 8.6
Aug 17 0 8.9
Sep 16 0 8.6
Oct 14 0 5.3
Nov 8 0 3.3
Dec 8 0 3.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Salina has some comfortably humid months, with slightly drier months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is October (49.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (59.6%).

Wind in Salina is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by March and June. April’s average wind speed of around 10.8 knots (12.5 MPH or 20.1 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 late April where average top sustained speeds reach 20 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Feb 9.2 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Mar 10.1 Gentle breeze 18.1 Significant breeze
Apr 10.8 Gentle breeze 19.5 Strong breeze
May 9.5 Gentle breeze 17.8 Significant breeze
Jun 9.6 Gentle breeze 18.5 Strong breeze
Jul 8.2 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Aug 7.8 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Sep 8.3 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Oct 8.8 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Nov 9.3 Gentle breeze 17.3 Significant breeze
Dec 8.8 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 53.4%
Feb 53.4%
Mar 49.6%
Apr 49.7%
May 54.5%
Jun 52%
Jul 49.7%
Aug 52%
Sep 53%
Oct 49.4%
Nov 50.3%
Dec 59.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Salina?

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 Salina, KS, US is January, followed by February 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 Salina in December. 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 60.7 in December means 60.7% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Salina Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 85.3°F (29.6°C) and 47.9°F (8.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 7 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 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Salina, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.2°F (30.7°C) and 51.8°F (11°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 5 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 Salina to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 39.1°F (3.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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