KCAI Weather

Weather and Climate at KCAI

Kansas City, where the Kansas City Art Institute is located, experiences a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. KCAI students and staff can expect:

• Summer: Hot and humid with average high temperatures around 88°F (31°C) and occasional heatwaves.
• Winter: Cold with average lows around 20°F (-7°C), and occasional snowstorms.
• Spring and Fall: Mild and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 50°F to 70°F (10°C to 21°C).
• Rainfall: Annual precipitation averages around 39 inches, with thunderstorms common in spring and summer.
• Extreme Weather: Kansas City is prone to severe weather, including tornadoes, which can affect commuting and campus life.