Month guide · Kansas City · United States
Kansas City in July
What July is really like in Kansas City: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 8 rainy days and roughly 14.7 hours of daylight. The hottest month, often above 32°C with high humidity; plan outdoor sightseeing early and museums in the afternoon.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 8
- Daylight
- About 14.7 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in July
July is the warmest month in Kansas City: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 18°C (64°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 8 of its 31 days. Compared with June (29°C (84°F)), July is warmer; by August highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 06:05
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 20:44
- Daylight
- About 14.7 hours
Summer (June–August). Hot, humid weather, festivals, fountains running and Royals home games; plan indoor museums for the afternoons.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 4 for crowds (the peak is June at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in September). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in July
- Independence Day fireworks (4 July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · Crossroads Arts District
Crossroads First Fridays
Ride the free streetcar to the Crossroads stop rather than hunting for parking.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Art
- After dark
- Free
- Food
Neighbourhood · Downtown
Power & Light District
An eight-block entertainment district named after the art deco Kansas City Power & Light Building.
- Time needed
- An evening
- Cost
- Low cost
- After dark
- Food
Experience · Westside
Boulevard Brewing Company
Book a tour slot online on weekends, then walk to the Mexican restaurants on Southwest Boulevard for dinner.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- Rainy day
Aquarium · Crown Center
Legoland Discovery Center and Sea Life at Crown Center
Two indoor family attractions sit side by side in the Crown Center shopping complex: a Lego play centre with a Miniland model of the Kansas City skyline, and Sea Life, an aquarium with an ocean tunnel and touch pools.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 21°C and 8 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Kansas City?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–May and September–October are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Kansas City?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The hottest month, often above 32°C with high humidity; plan outdoor sightseeing early and museums in the afternoon.
+How warm is Kansas City in July?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kansas City in July?
Expect rain on about 8 days of the month.