Winter Storm in Cherokee, Kansas

Snowfall began to push into the County during the late evening hours of January 23 as the first round of snow that would continue into January 25th. Moderate to heavy snowfall then occurred during through the day January 24 and into midday January 25th. Between 5-7 inches of snow were reported across the County, causing multiple schools and roads to close.

A major winter storm impacted portions of far southeastern Kansas from January 23'25, 2026, bringing significant snow, ice, record-breaking cold to the region. The event, which peaked between Saturday, Jan 24, and Sunday, Jan 25, resulted in double-digit snowfall totals in some areas and widespread, dangerous travel conditions. Many locations receiving over 5 inches of snow. Some areas recorded 4 to 7 inches of snowfall with the highest amounts occurring along the Missouri State line as bands of heavy snow developed. Roads and highways were severely impacted, with partial to full coverage reported across the region, including US 69, making travel difficult or dangerous.