Weather & Climate in Hale, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hale experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. The area receives 13.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 973/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6036°N, 93.3424°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kirksville Regional (IRK) 54 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 112 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 143 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 4 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
353 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 141 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 29, 2004 | EF4 | 84 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 93 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 65 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 55 km | 11.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 58 km | 28.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 21, 1973 | EF4 | 83 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF4 | 82 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF4 | 40 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 18 km | 59.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 63 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 81 km | 19.7 mi | 4 |
| Jul 4, 1995 | EF3 | 82 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 84 km | 26.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF3 | 14 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 97 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 21 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 34 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 75 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 40 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 96 km | 14.5 mi | 2 |
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 | 45 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.8 in |
Hale has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.7") and January the driest (1.4").