Weather & Climate in Meyer, IL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Meyer experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. The area receives 17.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 136/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1483°N, 91.5036°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lewis County County |
| Nearest Airport | Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field (UIN) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 27.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 52.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 21.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 80 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
412 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 205 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF4 | 97 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 51 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF4 | 87 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF4 | 92 km | 25.7 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 71 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 57 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF3 | 23 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1981 | EF3 | 75 km | 8.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 14 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 71 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 1973 | EF3 | 50 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1973 | EF3 | 36 km | 3.6 mi | 2 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 56 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 95 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 1967 | EF3 | 80 km | 19.4 mi | 2 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 60 km | 4.3 mi | 1 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 94 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 1965 | EF3 | 82 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1964 | EF3 | 72 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1961 | EF3 | 51 km | 127.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in |
Meyer has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 25°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.6").