Weather & Climate in Calhoun, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Calhoun experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. The area receives 11.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 794 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 794 ft (242 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 377/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4672°N, 93.6263°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Sedalia Regional (DMO) 29 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 30 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 65 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 98 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 16 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 128 km | 8 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 134 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
460 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 318 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 11 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 90 km | 32.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 2017 | EF3 | 76 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 71 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 75 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 94 km | 14.0 mi | 4 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 60 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 43 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1980 | EF3 | 29 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 27 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 65 km | 26.2 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 81 km | 29.8 mi | 2 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 14 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 20 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 36 km | 19.4 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1968 | EF3 | 91 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 89 km | 14.5 mi | 2 |
| Apr 12, 1964 | EF3 | 72 km | 19.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 15, 1960 | EF3 | 90 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2022 | EF2 | 94 km | 9.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,388 acres, 1994).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 7,388 | 88 km |
| 2006 | BIG SPRING FIRE | 4,921 | 88 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 88 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 3,538 | 86 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,492 | 93 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 3,336 | 98 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,135 | 96 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,763 | 53 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,710 | 89 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,590 | 88 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,575 | 86 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,418 | 98 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,369 | 95 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,166 | 92 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,089 | 21 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,062 | 97 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,023 | 60 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,840 | 49 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,675 | 97 km |
| 2005 | NR STEELE | 1,652 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.1 in |
Calhoun has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 29°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.9").