When is the best time to go to Dodge City

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The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Dodge City, United States. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.

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Dodge City weather by month

Please note our recommendations for when to visit Dodge City are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.

January

Dodge City January weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
5°C 12mm 7.3hrs 10.9hrs

Cold and dry weather often prevails in Dodge City during the month of January

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Dodge City for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

January is in the winter in Dodge City and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing 6°C (42°F), whilst at night -8°C (17°F) is normal.

On average January is the driest month of the year in Dodge City with around 12mm 0.5 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.3 hours of sunshine per day.

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February

Dodge City February weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
8°C 16mm 7.7hrs 11.7hrs

February in Dodge City is generally dry with the temperature being cool.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Dodge City for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

February is in the winter in Dodge City and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 9°C (48°F), whilst at night -6°C (22°F) is normal.

On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Dodge City with around 16mm 0.6 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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March

Dodge City March weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
13°C 39mm 8.3hrs 12.8hrs

The weather in March in Dodge City is characteristically cool and reasonably dry.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Dodge City for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

March is in the spring in Dodge City and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 14°C (57°F), whilst at night -1°C (30°F) is normal.

On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Dodge City with around 39mm 1.5 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.3 hours of sunshine per day.

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April

Dodge City April weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
18°C 49mm 9.6hrs 14hrs

Dodge City's weather in April is typically mild and reasonably dry in nature.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Dodge City, with some extremely good weather at this time of year.

April is in the spring in Dodge City and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 20°C (69°F), whilst at night 5°C (41°F) is normal.

On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Dodge City with around 49mm 1.9 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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May

Dodge City May weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
23°C 78mm 10.2hrs 15.1hrs

May is a reasonably dry month in Dodge City and the temperature is generally mild.

Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of fairly acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Dodge City.

May is in the spring in Dodge City and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 25°C (77°F), whilst at night 11°C (52°F) is normal.

On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Dodge City with around 78mm 3.1 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 10 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10.2 hours of sunshine per day.

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June

Dodge City June weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
28°C 79mm 11.8hrs 10.9hrs

The weather in June in Dodge City is characteristically hot and reasonably dry.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Dodge City for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

June is in the summer in Dodge City and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 31°C (87°F), whilst at night 16°C (61°F) is normal.

On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Dodge City with around 79mm 3.1 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11.8 hours of sunshine per day.

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July

Dodge City July weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
31°C 81mm 12.3hrs 11.7hrs

July in Dodge City is generally a little damp with the temperature being hot.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Dodge City for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

July is in the summer in Dodge City and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 34°C (94°F), whilst at night 20°C (67°F) is normal.

On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Dodge City with around 81mm 3.2 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 12.3 hours of sunshine per day.

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August

Dodge City August weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
30°C 68mm 11hrs 12.8hrs

The weather in August in Dodge City is characteristically hot and reasonably dry.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Dodge City for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

August is in the summer in Dodge City and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 33°C (91°F), whilst at night 18°C (65°F) is normal.

On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Dodge City with around 68mm 2.7 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11 hours of sunshine per day.

Dodge City weather in August »

September

Dodge City September weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
25°C 48mm 9.5hrs 14hrs

Dodge City's weather in September is typically warm and reasonably dry in nature.

It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Dodge City, with some extremely good weather at this time of year.

September is in the fall / autumn in Dodge City and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 28°C (82°F), whilst at night 14°C (56°F) is normal.

On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Dodge City with around 48mm 1.9 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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October

Dodge City October weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
20°C 32mm 8.7hrs 15.1hrs

October is a reasonably dry month in Dodge City and the temperature is generally mild.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Dodge City, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.

October is in the fall / autumn in Dodge City and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 6°C (44°F) is normal.

On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Dodge City with around 32mm 1.3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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November

Dodge City November weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
12°C 21mm 7hrs 10.9hrs

The climate in Dodge City during November can be summarized as cool and dry.

Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of pretty acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Dodge City.

November is in the fall / autumn in Dodge City and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 13°C (56°F), whilst at night -1°C (30°F) is normal.

On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Dodge City with around 21mm 0.8 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day.

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December

Dodge City December weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
6°C 16mm 6.7hrs 11.7hrs

December in Dodge City is generally dry with the temperature being cool.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Dodge City for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

December is in the winter in Dodge City and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 7°C (45°F), whilst at night -6°C (21°F) is normal.

On average December is the wettest month of the year in Dodge City with around 16mm 0.6 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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Dodge City weather stats

Dodge City weather statistics
Hottest month: July 33.8°C 92.8°F
Driest month: January 12mm 0.5ins
Sunniest month: July 12.3hrs
Coldest month: January 5.4°C 41.7°F
Wettest month: July 81mm 3.2ins
Warmest sea: August 21.2°C 70.2°F
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