Cheney Reservoir, KS
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Excellent for hiking. High near 53°F. Low rain risk (2%). Light wind (14 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Biking
Good for biking. High near 53°F. Low rain risk (2%). Light wind (14 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Camping
Excellent for camping. High near 53°F. Low rain risk (2%). Light wind (14 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Boating
Not Recommended for boating. High near 53°F. Low rain risk (2%). Breezy winds (14 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (53°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Paddling
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 53°F. Low rain risk (2%). Breezy winds (14 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (53°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Fishing
Use Caution for fishing. High near 53°F. Low rain risk (2%). Breezy winds (14 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Cheney Reservoir
This page connects the Kingman County west-shore recreation point plus Reno County East Shore marina, ramp and campground cluster, where exposure and operating notices matter as much as the regional forecast.
Planning an Outing
A workable outing depends on strong wind, steep waves, water level, lightning, trail status, ramps and campground operations. Match the forecast to the chosen access near Cheney State Park West Shore rather than assuming every component operates alike.
Destination-Specific Access
Kingman is primary; Reno is required for the named East Shore facilities. Cycling uses the promoted five-mile bicycle/walking route and named bicycle-permitted trails, never an invented MTB system.
Weather Tips
- Across the Kingman County west-shore recreation point plus Reno County East Shore marina, ramp and campground cluster, compare wind direction with open-water fetch; short, steep waves can build before rain arrives.
- Within the Kingman County west-shore recreation point plus Reno County East Shore marina, ramp and campground cluster, honor posted wet-trail closures and keep bicycles off hiking-only routes.
- Before camping at the Kingman County west-shore recreation point plus Reno County East Shore marina, ramp and campground cluster, confirm loops, water service and gate hours with the managing agency.
Nearby Towns and Areas
- Cheney State Park West Shore
- Spring Creek Trail
- East Shore Marina
- Sailboat Cove
Adjust the Day to the Forecast
Move to shore or a short protected trail when wind, waves, flow or access is unsuitable; otherwise, replace natural-surface riding with a paved route when trails are closed.
7-Day Forecast
Weather by Season
Winter
Cold fronts can produce blowing snow, black ice and sharp wind chill across the selected water-and-shore access while complicating strong wind; allow extra daylight for the return.
Spring
Spring wind and rapid pressure changes magnify steep waves; reassess the exact launch, trail or venue instead of relying on a city forecast.
Summer
Strong afternoon wind and lightning can change strong wind faster than the temperature forecast suggests; shorten the exposed portion first.
Fall
A dry surface can change quickly behind a strong front as wind, falling limbs or colder water amplify water level.
Key Climate Data Points
- Local climate: This local planning area has an annual average temperature near 55–58°F, receives roughly 32–40 inches of precipitation and records commonly 12–18 inches in the South-Central Kansas planning area near Cheney State Park West Shore.
- Wettest season: Late spring and early summer, when strong wind deserves extra attention.
- Driest season: Winter and late summer.
- Annual average temperature: Near 55–58°f.
- Annual snowfall: Commonly 12–18 inches for the local climate around Cheney State Park West Shore.