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Exploring Jefferson

The city of Jefferson has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Jefferson include:

• Little House on the Prairie
• Independence Community College
• Independence Historical Museum
• Dalton Defenders Museum
• Riverside Park and Ralph Mitchell Zoo
• Elk City State Park
• Riverside Park Shelter House

When is the Best Time to Explore Jefferson?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to visit Jefferson, you may find this information about seasonal weather helpful when planning your trip. The warmest months in Jefferson are typically July and August, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are May and April, whereas January and December have the least.

Here's an overview on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 15°C and at night it is -2°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 194 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 30°C during the day and 9°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 453 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 33°C and the night-time average is 18°C. Average precipitation for this season is 317 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 21°C and 0°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 237 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Jefferson is 1201 mm.