Climate

Topekan's enjoy four distinct and very beautiful seasons. Spring often comes as early as March when the daffodils bloom. Summers pass with just a few days over 100 degrees. Nearly 70 percent of the annual precipitation falls between April and September. Autumn is a season of warm days, cool nights, and colorful foliage. Winter's first storm usually strikes before the end of December.

Average annual precipitation: 33 inches	Average annual snowfall: 21 inches
Spring Gage Park Rock Garden Average Daily Temperature April: 54 degrees	Summer Ensley Botanical Gardens at Lake Shawnee Average Daily Temperature July: 78 degrees
Fall Ward Meade Park Average Daily Temperature October: 57 degrees	Winter Gazebo at Memorial Park Cemetery Average Daily Temperature January: 26 degrees