Weather & Climate in Fulton, MO

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Fulton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 263 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 6.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.8°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	787 ft (240 m)
Area	12.4 sq mi (32.1 km²)
Population Density	1,023/sq mi
Coordinates	38.8467°N, 91.9480°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
Nearest Airport	Columbia Regional (COU) 15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"

5% above US avg

Snowfall 6.2"

Wettest Month (May) 5.00"

Driest Month (Jan) 1.61"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.9.

Jun 7, 2011	18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri	M3.9	125 km	21 km
Jul 31, 2005	Missouri	M3.3	69 km	5 km
Jan 21, 1992	5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri	M3.1	113 km	5 km
Feb 8, 2004	6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri	M2.9	72 km	5 km
Jul 8, 2003	1 km N of Leasburg, Missouri	M2.9	100 km	4 km
Apr 29, 2022	1 km SSW of Peerless Park, Missouri	M2.8	131 km	8 km
May 5, 2008	3 km SSE of Fenton, Missouri	M2.8	139 km	19 km
Jul 15, 1990	7 km SW of Potosi, Missouri	M2.7	145 km	3 km
Sep 5, 2015	5 km SE of High Ridge, Missouri	M2.7	135 km	8 km
Mar 7, 2009	7 km S of Miramiguoa Park, Missouri	M2.6	107 km	7 km
Feb 3, 2014	18 km NW of Potosi, Missouri	M2.6	124 km	14 km
Sep 19, 2024	1 km S of Old Monroe, Missouri	M2.6	104 km	2 km
Jul 15, 2025	3 km W of Hale, Missouri	M2.5	150 km	8 km
Jan 15, 1998	1 km SSE of Fenton, Missouri	M2.5	137 km	16 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Tornado History

379 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 195 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Path	Fatalities
Mar 12, 2006	EF4	70 km	29.0 mi	0
Feb 24, 1956	EF4	100 km	77.6 mi	6
Dec 10, 2021	EF3	94 km	24.8 mi	1
May 22, 2019	EF3	81 km	32.7 mi	0
Mar 13, 2006	EF3	54 km	6.0 mi	0
Mar 13, 2006	EF3	55 km	44.5 mi	0
Mar 12, 2006	EF3	70 km	19.7 mi	4
May 10, 2003	EF3	93 km	12.0 mi	0
Jun 1, 1999	EF3	97 km	7.0 mi	0
Nov 10, 1998	EF3	35 km	2.0 mi	0
Jul 4, 1995	EF3	74 km	26.0 mi	0
Nov 27, 1990	EF3	44 km	1.0 mi	0
Nov 27, 1990	EF3	35 km	12.0 mi	0
Apr 29, 1984	EF3	90 km	8.0 mi	0
May 1, 1983	EF3	44 km	9.0 mi	0
Jun 12, 1970	EF3	35 km	16.0 mi	0
Mar 25, 1954	EF3	100 km	21.6 mi	0
Apr 15, 2023	EF2	82 km	6.9 mi	0
Oct 17, 2007	EF2	75 km	4.1 mi	2
Oct 2, 2007	EF2	86 km	15.1 mi	0

Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: WOOLDRIDGE FIRE (1,323 acres, 2022).

Year	Name	Acres Burned	Distance
2022	WOOLDRIDGE FIRE	1,323	49 km
2010	KK RANCH ROAD	1,112	62 km
2006	UNNAMED	578	91 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.6 in	Coldest, Driest
February	33°F (0°C)	2.0 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.2 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.9 in
May	64°F (18°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.2 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.5 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.8 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.2 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.4 in
December	32°F (0°C)	2.6 in

Fulton has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 27°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.6").

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