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Weather & Climate in Fall River, KS
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fall River experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.3°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 932 ft (284 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 673/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6078°N, 96.0286°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Elk County County |
| Nearest Airport | Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower Ntl (ICT) 77 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 14.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 81.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 29.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
218 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| Jan 16, 2019 | 4 km ENE of South Haven, Kansas | M4.0 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Sep 16, 2019 | 15 km NW of Elmdale, Kansas | M3.8 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Aug 9, 2017 | 10 km N of Caldwell, Kansas | M3.7 | 150 km | 6 km |
| Jun 22, 2020 | 6 km N of Nardin, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2018 | 12 km WSW of Ralston, Oklahoma | M3.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Mar 14, 2021 | 5 km NE of Eastborough, Kansas | M3.5 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Apr 13, 2016 | 1 km W of Braman, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 140 km | 7 km |
| Jan 31, 2016 | 1 km NW of Skedee, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Apr 5, 2018 | 12 km WSW of Ralston, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Mar 14, 2021 | 3 km NE of Eastborough, Kansas | M3.5 | 107 km | 5 km |
| May 15, 2025 | 5 km NNW of Herington, Kansas | M3.5 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2020 | 7 km N of Nardin, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Aug 5, 2017 | 4 km ENE of Milan, Kansas | M3.4 | 146 km | 3 km |
| Mar 14, 2021 | 3 km NE of Eastborough, Kansas | M3.4 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Sep 8, 2014 | 3 km E of Milan, Kansas | M3.4 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2014 | 8 km ESE of Marland, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 150 km | 8 km |
| Apr 24, 2018 | 12 km WSW of Ralston, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 4 km SE of Braman, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 137 km | 8 km |
| Apr 25, 2020 | 6 km N of Nardin, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2019 | 3 km ENE of South Haven, Kansas | M3.3 | 133 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
540 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 33 fatalities, 394 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 85 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Jun 8, 1974 | EF4 | 92 km | 37.5 mi | 6 |
| Apr 12, 1964 | EF4 | 86 km | 19.4 mi | 3 |
| Jun 10, 1958 | EF4 | 91 km | 9.0 mi | 15 |
| Jun 26, 2018 | EF3 | 34 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 2016 | EF3 | 54 km | 4.2 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2011 | EF3 | 100 km | 10.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 21, 2005 | EF3 | 63 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2003 | EF3 | 23 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2000 | EF3 | 60 km | 34.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 17 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 38 km | 14.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 26, 1991 | EF3 | 75 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 67 km | 6.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 84 km | 30.0 mi | 1 |
| Oct 15, 1980 | EF3 | 71 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 18, 1979 | EF3 | 79 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1973 | EF3 | 72 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 1958 | EF3 | 54 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1958 | EF3 | 83 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: RD 80 (63,061 acres, 2016).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2016 | RD 80 | 63,061 | 70 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 60,976 | 48 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 51,112 | 88 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 32,901 | 88 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 26,655 | 81 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 20,760 | 15 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 20,347 | 78 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 19,648 | 76 km |
| 2018 | WEST 60 | 18,715 | 100 km |
| 2015 | WOLF CREEK | 18,077 | 89 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 17,075 | 86 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 15,100 | 89 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 14,832 | 87 km |
| 2016 | BAR-DEW LAKE | 14,806 | 87 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 14,661 | 36 km |
| 2018 | 18-85 | 14,632 | 11 km |
| 2016 | FERGUSON RANCH | 13,625 | 45 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 13,265 | 16 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 13,063 | 49 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 12,241 | 50 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.5 in |
Fall River has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 31°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.1").