Weather & Climate in Leisure Lake, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Leisure Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. The area receives 17.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 114/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1103°N, 93.7280°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kirksville Regional (IRK) 63 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.1.
| Feb 11, 1995 | 6 km E of Clearmont, Missouri | M3.1 | 113 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 64 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
372 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 175 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 29, 2004 | EF4 | 51 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| Jun 7, 1984 | EF4 | 43 km | 134.0 mi | 3 |
| Jun 2, 1980 | EF4 | 59 km | 31.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 91 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 50 km | 11.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 21, 1973 | EF4 | 29 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF4 | 96 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 66 km | 59.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1959 | EF4 | 82 km | 17.2 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1953 | EF4 | 91 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 5, 2022 | EF3 | 97 km | 11.3 mi | 1 |
| Apr 11, 2001 | EF3 | 62 km | 76.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1995 | EF3 | 56 km | 30.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1979 | EF3 | 92 km | 57.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF3 | 53 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 77 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 77 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 71 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 1960 | EF3 | 63 km | 27.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 8, 1958 | EF3 | 84 km | 23.1 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 | 64 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in |
Leisure Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 26°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (1.1").