Weather & Climate in Manchester, MO

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Manchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.0°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation	272 ft (83 m)
Area	5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density	3,609/sq mi
Coordinates	41.7759°N, 72.5215°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
Nearest Airport	Bradley International (BDL) 14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"

13% above US avg

Snowfall 51.7"

Wettest Month (Oct) 4.20"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.

Oct 2, 1994	6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.7	67 km	10 km
Oct 2, 1994	1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.3	70 km	10 km
Jun 16, 2000	5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts	M3.3	44 km	10 km
Jan 12, 2015	0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut	M3.3	52 km	5 km
Mar 22, 1996	2 km NE of Bristol, Rhode Island	M3.1	107 km	12 km
Oct 28, 1991	3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut	M3.0	118 km	10 km
Sep 28, 2002	2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire	M2.8	138 km	5 km
Mar 10, 1992	2 km SW of Napeague, New York	M2.8	95 km	10 km
Oct 13, 1999	2 km E of Littleton Common, Massachusetts	M2.7	124 km	2 km
Apr 12, 1991	2 km ENE of North Castle, New York	M2.7	117 km	9 km
Aug 14, 2014	6 km SW of Deep River Center, Connecticut	M2.7	48 km	4 km
Jan 13, 2015	2 km E of Wauregan, Connecticut	M2.6	53 km	9 km
Apr 22, 1996	3 km NE of North Westport, Massachusetts	M2.6	122 km	5 km
Aug 22, 2000	2 km WSW of Brewster Hill, New York	M2.6	100 km	7 km
Jun 7, 2002	3 km NNW of Hopedale, Massachusetts	M2.5	90 km	5 km
Jan 15, 1992	5 km NNE of Tuxedo Park, New York	M2.5	149 km	7 km
Jan 23, 1990	3 km NNW of Boxborough, Massachusetts	M2.5	116 km	5 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.

Year	Name	Category	Max Wind	Closest
2021	Henri	Category 1	75 mph	294 km
2014	Arthur	Category 1	75 mph	295 km
1991	Bob	Category 2	104 mph	100 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	86 mph	27 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).

Tornado History

255 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 107 fatalities, 2,214 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Path	Fatalities
May 29, 1995	EF4	89 km	11.5 mi	3
Jul 10, 1989	EF4	54 km	3.0 mi	0
Oct 3, 1979	EF4	17 km	11.3 mi	3
Jun 9, 1953	EF4	82 km	34.9 mi	94
Jun 1, 2011	EF3	41 km	37.6 mi	3
Jun 22, 1981	EF3	90 km	7.1 mi	0
Sep 13, 1971	EF3	63 km	0.5 mi	0
Jul 29, 1971	EF3	51 km	0.1 mi	0
Oct 3, 1970	EF3	68 km	35.4 mi	1
May 24, 1962	EF3	56 km	11.6 mi	1
May 10, 1954	EF3	17 km	0.3 mi	0
Jun 9, 1953	EF3	76 km	28.0 mi	0
Aug 21, 1951	EF3	22 km	0.1 mi	0
Aug 18, 2023	EF2	79 km	9.1 mi	0
Jul 11, 2006	EF2	87 km	2.9 mi	0
Jun 23, 2001	EF2	50 km	0.5 mi	0
Aug 8, 1999	EF2	86 km	4.0 mi	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	73 km	4.5 mi	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	70 km	3.7 mi	0
Jul 10, 1989	EF2	53 km	5.0 mi	0

Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1964	LONG ISLAND, NY	Meteorological	0.3 m	-	119 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	2.9 in	Coldest
February	31°F (-1°C)	2.6 in	Driest
March	39°F (4°C)	3.5 in
April	50°F (10°C)	3.8 in
May	61°F (16°C)	3.4 in
June	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in
July	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	3.5 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.0 in
October	54°F (12°C)	4.2 in	Wettest
November	43°F (6°C)	3.4 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.8 in

Manchester has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 29°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.6").

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