Overview
McPherson is a city in Central Kansas.
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Best things about McPherson
McPherson Opera House
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 93°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: May and Jun. (climate data from nearby Wichita)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- SLN Salina Municipal Airport, Salina — 29 mi away. Directions
- ICT Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, Wichita — 51 mi away. Directions
- MCI Kansas City International Airport, Kansas City — 171 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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Map
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Understand
McPherson is home to McPherson College, a private liberal arts university.
Do
Nearby
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City / town · 10 listings · 31 mi away
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City / town · 10 listings · 33 mi away
Abilene
City / town · 16 listings · 44 mi away
Wichita
City / town · 51 listings · 50 mi away
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