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Weather & Climate in Westphalia, KS
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Westphalia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. The area receives 12.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,107 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,107 ft (337 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 790/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1822°N, 95.4904°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Anderson County County |
| Nearest Airport | Topeka Regional (FOE) 54 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 17.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 76.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 46.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
33 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Sep 16, 2019 | 15 km NW of Elmdale, Kansas | M3.8 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2020 | 6 km NNE of Hope, Kansas | M3.5 | 149 km | 5 km |
| May 15, 2025 | 5 km NNW of Herington, Kansas | M3.5 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 6 km WSW of Woodbine, Kansas | M3.5 | 149 km | 10 km |
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 136 km | 5 km |
| May 8, 2021 | 4 km ENE of Hope, Kansas | M3.2 | 146 km | 4 km |
| Jun 4, 2023 | 13 km SE of Lincolnville, Kansas | M3.2 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Sep 16, 2019 | 11 km E of Marion, Kansas | M3.2 | 123 km | 5 km |
| May 8, 2021 | 2 km E of Hope, Kansas | M3.2 | 147 km | 5 km |
| May 7, 2021 | 4 km NE of Hope, Kansas | M3.1 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2020 | 9 km ENE of Marion, Kansas | M3.1 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Mar 23, 2007 | 5 km N of Nortonville, Kansas | M3.1 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Jul 24, 2001 | 2 km NW of Augusta, Kansas | M3.0 | 143 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2020 | 4 km SE of Marion, Kansas | M2.8 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2020 | 11 km SSE of Lincolnville, Kansas | M2.8 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jan 22, 2023 | 7 km SW of Woodbine, Kansas | M2.8 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Feb 8, 2021 | 6 km NE of Hope, Kansas | M2.8 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Sep 25, 2024 | 6 km NE of Cedar Point, Kansas | M2.7 | 113 km | 6 km |
| Mar 7, 2023 | 14 km SE of Lincolnville, Kansas | M2.6 | 119 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
512 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 98 fatalities, 1,114 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 8, 1966 | EF5 | 90 km | 21.1 mi | 16 |
| May 20, 1957 | EF5 | 30 km | 69.4 mi | 44 |
| May 28, 2019 | EF4 | 74 km | 29.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2007 | EF4 | 35 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 91 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Jun 8, 1974 | EF4 | 69 km | 37.5 mi | 6 |
| Apr 12, 1964 | EF4 | 18 km | 19.4 mi | 3 |
| May 22, 1952 | EF4 | 92 km | 26.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 2018 | EF3 | 83 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 2016 | EF3 | 88 km | 4.2 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2011 | EF3 | 57 km | 10.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 21, 2005 | EF3 | 86 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2003 | EF3 | 59 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2003 | EF3 | 50 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1995 | EF3 | 98 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 71 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1983 | EF3 | 86 km | 19.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 95 km | 70.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 19, 1981 | EF3 | 90 km | 7.7 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 70 km | 31.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: RD 80 (63,061 acres, 2016).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2016 | RD 80 | 63,061 | 79 km |
| 1998 | ANNUAL BUR | 60,039 | 98 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 26,655 | 98 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 20,760 | 90 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 15,512 | 90 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 14,832 | 82 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 14,661 | 62 km |
| 2018 | 18-85 | 14,632 | 71 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 13,265 | 92 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 13,063 | 94 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 12,241 | 97 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 12,063 | 81 km |
| 2002 | WEST UNIT | 11,187 | 79 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 11,123 | 77 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 10,911 | 87 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 9,081 | 86 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 8,678 | 71 km |
| 2018 | 190 AND YY RD | 7,919 | 82 km |
| 2004 | TALLGRASS 04 | 7,733 | 97 km |
| 2005 | TALLGRASS 2005 | 7,510 | 99 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 1.6 in |
Westphalia has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 30°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (1.1").