Weather & Climate in Hannibal, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hannibal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. The area receives 12.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Area | 16.2 sq mi (42.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,051/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7084°N, 91.3585°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field (UIN) 18 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 51 km | 5 km |
| Sep 19, 2024 | 1 km S of Old Monroe, Missouri | M2.6 | 102 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
395 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 8 fatalities, 194 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF4 | 76 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 97 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF4 | 99 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Mar 13, 2006 | EF3 | 96 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2006 | EF3 | 73 km | 44.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 32 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF3 | 72 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1995 | EF3 | 98 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 1984 | EF3 | 92 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1981 | EF3 | 85 km | 8.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 63 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 81 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 1973 | EF3 | 69 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1973 | EF3 | 85 km | 3.6 mi | 2 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 100 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 74 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 96 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1964 | EF3 | 96 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1961 | EF3 | 5 km | 127.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1961 | EF3 | 18 km | 64.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in |
Hannibal has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (2.1").