Weather & Climate in Cameron, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cameron experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,043 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,043 ft (318 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,271/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7403°N, 94.2411°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kansas City International (MCI) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Jul 16, 2004 | 6 km SSE of Riverton, Iowa | M3.5 | 149 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Mar 23, 2007 | 5 km N of Nortonville, Kansas | M3.1 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Feb 11, 1995 | 6 km E of Clearmont, Missouri | M3.1 | 104 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Mar 31, 1993 | 2 km SE of Nemaha, Nebraska | M2.9 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 75 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
467 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 324 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 29, 2004 | EF4 | 16 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 60 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 90 km | 21.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 7, 1984 | EF4 | 78 km | 134.0 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 58 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 51 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 24 km | 11.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 21, 1973 | EF4 | 88 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 92 km | 59.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1961 | EF4 | 87 km | 26.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 2017 | EF3 | 87 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 2008 | EF3 | 54 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2004 | EF3 | 56 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 2001 | EF3 | 72 km | 76.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1995 | EF3 | 95 km | 30.4 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 87 km | 26.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF3 | 76 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 99 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1969 | EF3 | 71 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 50 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MOSQR-FY20-RX-WUI (964 acres, 2020).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2020 | MOSQR-FY20-RX-WUI | 964 | 96 km |
| 2012 | HIGHWAY E | 897 | 39 km |
| 2016 | SQR BM SL DESOTO 2016 WUI RX | 866 | 96 km |
| 1988 | NORTH POOL | 698 | 96 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 645 | 95 km |
| 2009 | UNIT 6 | 625 | 94 km |
| 2002 | SCRDGRS 6 | 536 | 94 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.8 in |
Cameron has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 25°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.1").