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Weather & Climate in Climax Springs, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Climax Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 981 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 981 ft (299 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 156/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1015°N, 93.0511°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Sedalia Regional (DMO) 42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 74 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 31 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 35 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 67 km | 2 km |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri | M2.6 | 107 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 71 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
409 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 12 fatalities, 294 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 63 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1959 | EF4 | 90 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 46 km | 32.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | EF3 | 89 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 92 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 90 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 92 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 96 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 43 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 30 km | 14.0 mi | 4 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 78 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 46 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1980 | EF3 | 71 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 66 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 88 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 53 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 30 km | 19.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 47 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2012 | EF2 | 63 km | 9.5 mi | 1 |
| May 25, 2011 | EF2 | 64 km | 2.1 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 | 25 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 5,344 | 44 km |
| 2006 | BIG SPRING FIRE | 4,921 | 26 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 24 km |
| 2023 | ELM SPRINGS RX | 4,378 | 100 km |
| 2009 | MOUNTAIN CREEK | 4,322 | 39 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 4,179 | 38 km |
| 2023 | CANNON RANGE RX | 3,870 | 89 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 3,538 | 23 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,533 | 44 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,492 | 33 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 3,336 | 34 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,135 | 34 km |
| 2012 | KINFOLK RD | 2,883 | 41 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,763 | 13 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,710 | 26 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,590 | 24 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,575 | 23 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,569 | 46 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,418 | 34 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in |
Climax Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 30°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.5").