Weather & Climate in Monroe City, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Monroe City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 12.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. 98% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,044/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6537°N, 91.7346°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field (UIN) 35 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 97.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 22 km | 5 km |
| Sep 19, 2024 | 1 km S of Old Monroe, Missouri | M2.6 | 118 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 142 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
369 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 224 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF4 | 44 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 80 km | 28.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF4 | 71 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF4 | 99 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2006 | EF3 | 96 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2006 | EF3 | 74 km | 44.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 74 km | 19.7 mi | 4 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 2 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF3 | 81 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 1998 | EF3 | 94 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1995 | EF3 | 66 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 1990 | EF3 | 94 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 53 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 72 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 1973 | EF3 | 94 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1973 | EF3 | 85 km | 3.6 mi | 2 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 90 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 64 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 57 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1961 | EF3 | 38 km | 127.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 2.0 in |
Monroe City has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 27°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.8").