# Climate Insights for El Dorado

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/us/el-dorado/0960997011): Goshen County, Kansas, United States*

The climate in El Dorado is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 964mm of precipitation falls per year. El Dorado receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Dorado is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** July (peak 32°C)
- **Coldest month:** January (low -4°C)
- **Wettest month:** May (176 mm)
- **Best time to visit:** September, October

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for El Dorado based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | -4 | 7 | 0 | 41 | 15 | 13 |
| Feb | -3 | 10 | 3 | 31 | 16 | 9 |
| Mar | 4 | 17 | 10 | 71 | 17 | 3 |
| Apr | 8 | 21 | 14 | 104 | 18 | 1 |
| May | 14 | 25 | 19 | 176 | 14 | 0 |
| Jun | 20 | 31 | 25 | 105 | 14 | 0 |
| Jul | 22 | 32 | 27 | 82 | 12 | 0 |
| Aug | 20 | 32 | 26 | 105 | 12 | 0 |
| Sep (current) | 17 | 29 | 22 | 79 | 13 | 0 |
| Oct | 10 | 22 | 15 | 95 | 16 | 1 |
| Nov | 3 | 15 | 8 | 45 | 15 | 5 |
| Dec | -1 | 10 | 3 | 32 | 15 | 3 |

## Temperature

El Dorado has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

El Dorado is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 964mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 80mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 176mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 31mm. That's 145mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 34cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 13cm.

## Wind

El Dorado is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.

## Seasons

Currently it is **summer** (astronomical) / **fall** (meteorological) in El Dorado.
Autumn begins September 23, 2026 (9 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | March 20 |
| Summer | June 21 |
| Autumn | September 23 |
| Winter | December 21 |

It is currently summer in El Dorado, which began on June 21, 2026. El Dorado is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -4°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (9 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 4 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 350mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 291mm for the season, averaging 97mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 3 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 218mm for the season, averaging 73mm per month. Expect around 6cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

### Winter

Temperatures range from -4 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 104mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Expect around 25cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

## Best time to visit

Recommended months: September, October.

The best time to visit El Dorado is during September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 87mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -4°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.