Weather & Climate in La Due, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Due experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. The area receives 11.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.3°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,063/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3125°N, 93.8769°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Sedalia Regional (DMO) 47 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 18 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 64 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 111 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 13 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 149 km | 8 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 138 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
442 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 17 fatalities, 324 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 39 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 2017 | EF3 | 79 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 65 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 100 km | 86.0 mi | 5 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 37 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1995 | EF3 | 75 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 37 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1980 | EF3 | 56 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 60 km | 29.8 mi | 2 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 55 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 77 km | 26.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 43 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 83 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 39 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 52 km | 19.4 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1968 | EF3 | 76 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 93 km | 14.5 mi | 2 |
| Apr 12, 1964 | EF3 | 63 km | 19.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 15, 1960 | EF3 | 74 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 1958 | EF3 | 97 km | 30.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,388 acres, 1994).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 7,388 | 95 km |
| 2006 | BIG SPRING FIRE | 4,921 | 95 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 96 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 3,538 | 94 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,492 | 98 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,763 | 63 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,710 | 95 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,590 | 95 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,575 | 95 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,166 | 98 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,089 | 6 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,023 | 64 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,840 | 58 km |
| 2005 | NR STEELE | 1,652 | 67 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,374 | 96 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,356 | 52 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,346 | 80 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,336 | 92 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,305 | 29 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,294 | 68 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.4 in |
La Due has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 30°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.7") and January the driest (1.7").