Weather & Climate in Excelsior Springs, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Excelsior Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. The area receives 19.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (28.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 969/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3392°N, 94.2261°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kansas City International (MCI) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Mar 23, 2007 | 5 km N of Nortonville, Kansas | M3.1 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Feb 11, 1995 | 6 km E of Clearmont, Missouri | M3.1 | 144 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 49 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 117 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 78 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
513 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 323 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 29, 2004 | EF4 | 60 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 60 km | 21.0 mi | 2 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 25 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 20 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 15 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 46 km | 11.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 99 km | 59.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1966 | EF4 | 84 km | 19.9 mi | 1 |
| May 7, 1961 | EF4 | 64 km | 26.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 1952 | EF4 | 95 km | 26.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 2017 | EF3 | 42 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 2008 | EF3 | 23 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 94 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2004 | EF3 | 56 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 1981 | EF3 | 99 km | 7.7 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 46 km | 26.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF3 | 87 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1969 | EF3 | 39 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1968 | EF3 | 87 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 42 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: HIGHWAY E (897 acres, 2012).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2012 | HIGHWAY E | 897 | 39 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.7 in |
Excelsior Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 28°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.3").