Kansas City has a humid continental climate, with four distinct seasons and moderate rainfall. The climate tends to be mild but extremes of hot and cold are possible. In the summer months, June to August, temperatures average between 66°F (19°C) and 90°F (32°C).In the winter months, December to February, temperatures average between 22°F (-6°C) and 44°F (7°C). Snowfall is common in winter. Kansas City sits on the edge of 'Tornado Alley' and powerful storms are possible in spring and summer. The wettest time of the year is summer.
