Weather & Climate in Farmer City, IL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Farmer City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. The area receives 18.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 834/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2481°N, 88.6418°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | De Witt County County |
| Nearest Airport | Central Il Regional/Bloomington-Normal (BMI) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 29.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 41.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 95.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Jun 28, 2004 | 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois | M4.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2021 | Illinois-Indiana border region | M3.8 | 124 km | 6 km |
| May 13, 2025 | 7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois | M3.3 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1993 | 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois | M3.2 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 1990 | Illinois-Indiana border region | M3.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Dec 16, 1996 | 3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana | M3.1 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 5 km SW of Newton, Illinois | M2.9 | 149 km | 18 km |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois | M2.6 | 94 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
806 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 23 fatalities, 711 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF4 | 89 km | 46.4 mi | 3 |
| Jul 13, 2004 | EF4 | 85 km | 9.6 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1977 | EF4 | 52 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF4 | 52 km | 63.7 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2017 | EF3 | 96 km | 17.8 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF3 | 40 km | 29.8 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF3 | 53 km | 18.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2010 | EF3 | 95 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 2009 | EF3 | 85 km | 24.3 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 91 km | 17.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 66 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 39 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 61 km | 9.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 61 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Aug 21, 1977 | EF3 | 91 km | 26.9 mi | 6 |
| Aug 10, 1974 | EF3 | 87 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 59 km | 14.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 72 km | 20.9 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 99 km | 25.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 46 km | 5.9 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in |
Farmer City has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.0").