Best Time to Drive: Arma, KS to Fort Dodge, KS

The best time to drive from Arma, KS to Fort Dodge, KS is October, September, when temperatures are comfortable and weather conditions are most predictable. December is the most challenging month due to weather risks along this route.

Best month

October

Also great

September

Also great

May

Month-by-Month Driving Conditions

Jan

Good 25°F

Feb

Good 30°F

Mar

Good 42°F

Apr

Good 54°F

May

Great 64°F

Jun

Great 74°F

Jul

Good 80°F

Aug

Great 78°F

Sep

Great 68°F

Oct

Great 55°F

Nov

Fair 40°F

Dec

Fair 28°F

Best Good/Fair Challenging

Average Conditions by Month

January

Avg temp 25°F

Rainy days ~1

Rating Good

February

Avg temp 30°F

Rainy days ~1

Rating Good

March

Avg temp 42°F

Rainy days ~2

Rating Good

April

Avg temp 54°F

Rainy days ~3

Rating Good

May

Avg temp 64°F

Rainy days ~4

Rating Great

June

Avg temp 74°F

Rainy days ~4

Rating Great

July

Avg temp 80°F

Rainy days ~3

Rating Good

August

Avg temp 78°F

Rainy days ~3

Rating Great

September

Avg temp 68°F

Rainy days ~3

Rating Great

October

Avg temp 55°F

Rainy days ~2

Rating Great

November

Avg temp 40°F

Rainy days ~2

Rating Fair

December

Avg temp 28°F

Rainy days ~1

Rating Fair

Seasonal Hazards on This Route

Extreme heat

Jun - Sep

Summer temperatures can exceed 110°F. Carry extra water, check tire pressure, and avoid midday desert driving.

Tornado Alley

Apr - Jun

Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are most common in spring. Check storm forecasts before departing.

Climate Context

Arma, KS

Great Plains

Fort Dodge, KS

Great Plains

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