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Kansas has 3 distinct climates. The eastern 3rd of the state is notable for its higher humidity, mild winters and relative lack of sunshine. The middle 3rd sees less precipitation than in the eastern part of the state and is drier and windier. The western 3rd of the state is drier and windier still, and is extremely sunny.

Summers in Kansas are hot, but generous summer rains and low humidity mitigate them somewhat. Summer nights are often cool, especially in the western part of the state. Winter sees little snowfall, and is often sunny and brisk. At all times of the year the state is subject to frequent and sudden weather changes, usually of a short duration.