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Weather & Climate in Highlandville, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Highlandville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,381 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,381 ft (421 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 213/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9328°N, 93.2805°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Marion County Regional (FLP) 59 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
22 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Sep 12, 2019 | 13 km N of Big Flat, Arkansas | M3.7 | 119 km | 18 km |
| Jun 11, 2017 | 6 km NNE of Bergman, Arkansas | M3.6 | 67 km | 6 km |
| Nov 15, 1990 | 16 km NNW of Hector, Arkansas | M3.5 | 149 km | 29 km |
| Jun 27, 2000 | 15 km WSW of Marshall, Arkansas | M3.4 | 129 km | 0 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.9 | 67 km | 6 km |
| Mar 12, 1990 | 9 km NNE of Briarcliff, Arkansas | M2.8 | 112 km | 0 km |
| Nov 26, 1999 | 9 km NNE of Mountain Home, Arkansas | M2.7 | 100 km | 3 km |
| Jul 3, 2014 | 6 km S of Yellville, Arkansas | M2.7 | 101 km | 8 km |
| Sep 5, 2013 | 17 km W of Dennard, Arkansas | M2.7 | 143 km | 4 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 11 km WSW of Mountain View, Missouri | M2.6 | 130 km | 7 km |
| Mar 10, 1990 | 16 km NNW of Hector, Arkansas | M2.6 | 149 km | 3 km |
| May 21, 2010 | 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.6 | 113 km | 1 km |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri | M2.6 | 81 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 90 km | 2 km |
| May 13, 2015 | 8 km E of Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 69 km | 0 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.5 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Jan 4, 2024 | 13 km E of South Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 74 km | 4 km |
| Aug 11, 2011 | 11 km WSW of Jasper, Arkansas | M2.5 | 107 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
501 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 37 fatalities, 607 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 1991 | EF4 | 19 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Sep 26, 1959 | EF4 | 71 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2024 | EF3 | 98 km | 34.6 mi | 1 |
| May 26, 2024 | EF3 | 87 km | 21.6 mi | 4 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 94 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 40 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 47 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 51 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 82 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| Nov 18, 1985 | EF3 | 100 km | 34.0 mi | 3 |
| Apr 29, 1983 | EF3 | 33 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 73 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF3 | 81 km | 29.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 85 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 88 km | 7.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 79 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 14, 1971 | EF3 | 97 km | 23.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 24, 1954 | EF3 | 42 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2020 | EF2 | 94 km | 12.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2019 | EF2 | 17 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (6,931 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,931 | 48 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 6,686 | 52 km |
| 2010 | BRUSHY/CLAYTON | 6,401 | 48 km |
| 2020 | BIG CREEK | 6,399 | 52 km |
| 2016 | BIG CREEK | 4,031 | 52 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,533 | 99 km |
| 2021 | GOETZ | 2,615 | 54 km |
| 2019 | SWAN CREEK | 2,365 | 30 km |
| 2005 | NORTH RIVER ROAD RX | 2,259 | 96 km |
| 2002 | ROUNDTPCOX | 2,248 | 86 km |
| 2021 | EAST FORK | 2,134 | 49 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,108 | 46 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,038 | 52 km |
| 2023 | DEVREAUX | 2,031 | 23 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,031 | 88 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 2,022 | 46 km |
| 2018 | ROZELL | 1,970 | 54 km |
| 2024 | EAST FORK RX | 1,956 | 49 km |
| 2018 | ROCK CREEK RX | 1,956 | 53 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,891 | 50 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.3 in |
Highlandville has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 32°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (1.9").