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Weather & Climate in Linn Creek, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Linn Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 151/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0376°N, 92.7119°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Waynesville-St Robert Regional Forney Field (TBN) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
10 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 76 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 55 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 6 km | 5 km |
| Jul 8, 2003 | 1 km N of Leasburg, Missouri | M2.9 | 124 km | 4 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 11 km WSW of Mountain View, Missouri | M2.6 | 145 km | 7 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 97 km | 2 km |
| Mar 7, 2009 | 7 km S of Miramiguoa Park, Missouri | M2.6 | 144 km | 7 km |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri | M2.6 | 90 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 54 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
416 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 17 fatalities, 320 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 90 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1959 | EF4 | 77 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 25, 1954 | EF4 | 90 km | 12.1 mi | 2 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 34 km | 32.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | EF3 | 60 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | EF3 | 81 km | 11.0 mi | 2 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 61 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 59 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 93 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 66 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 89 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 19 km | 14.0 mi | 4 |
| Jun 1, 1999 | EF3 | 91 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 1990 | EF3 | 96 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1983 | EF3 | 83 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 76 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1980 | EF3 | 94 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 89 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 58 km | 19.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 74 km | 5.0 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 | 23 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 5,344 | 32 km |
| 2006 | BIG SPRING FIRE | 4,921 | 25 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 22 km |
| 2023 | ELM SPRINGS RX | 4,378 | 69 km |
| 2009 | MOUNTAIN CREEK | 4,322 | 27 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 4,179 | 32 km |
| 2023 | CANNON RANGE RX | 3,870 | 62 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 3,665 | 89 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 3,538 | 21 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,533 | 34 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,492 | 32 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 3,336 | 18 km |
| 2021 | KAINTUCK | 3,325 | 73 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,135 | 28 km |
| 2012 | KINFOLK RD | 2,883 | 29 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,831 | 73 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,763 | 44 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,710 | 25 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,590 | 22 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.7 in |
Linn Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 31°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.6").