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Weather & Climate in Neosho, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Neosho enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,047 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,047 ft (319 m) |
| Area | 15.8 sq mi (40.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 824/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8690°N, 94.3680°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Joplin Regional (JLN) 24 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
12 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Jun 11, 2017 | 6 km NNE of Bergman, Arkansas | M3.6 | 135 km | 6 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.9 | 134 km | 6 km |
| Mar 23, 2024 | 9 km SE of Foyil, Oklahoma | M2.8 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Jan 14, 2016 | 7 km W of Talala, Oklahoma | M2.7 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Apr 3, 2016 | Arkansas-Oklahoma border region | M2.7 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Sep 3, 2015 | 6 km WSW of Vera, Oklahoma | M2.6 | 149 km | 5 km |
| May 21, 2010 | 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.6 | 58 km | 1 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.5 | 134 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 2015 | 8 km E of Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 147 km | 0 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 3 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.5 | 60 km | 0 km |
| Aug 11, 2011 | 11 km WSW of Jasper, Arkansas | M2.5 | 137 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
684 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 232 fatalities, 2,352 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 22, 2011 | EF5 | 29 km | 21.6 mi | 158 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF4 | 70 km | 75.5 mi | 21 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 89 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 29, 1991 | EF4 | 98 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 24, 1975 | EF4 | 19 km | 11.9 mi | 3 |
| Sep 27, 1959 | EF4 | 79 km | 20.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF4 | 55 km | 41.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 67 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 2022 | EF3 | 85 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 35 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 50 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| May 22, 2011 | EF3 | 64 km | 17.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | EF3 | 99 km | 21.1 mi | 4 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 52 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 75 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 57 km | 25.0 mi | 5 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 79 km | 86.0 mi | 5 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 16 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 29, 1983 | EF3 | 89 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 26, 1983 | EF3 | 69 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,546 acres, 1992).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 4,546 | 92 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 4,424 | 100 km |
| 1995 | F128 | 4,210 | 100 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 3,427 | 26 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 3,160 | 79 km |
| 2016 | RXBURN | 2,951 | 80 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 2,918 | 92 km |
| 2021 | BRUSH CREEK | 2,814 | 66 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,661 | 78 km |
| 2020 | TWIN PEAKS | 2,578 | 80 km |
| 2023 | RX TWIN PEAKS | 2,560 | 80 km |
| 2002 | ROUNDTPCOX | 2,248 | 54 km |
| 2021 | EAST FORK | 2,134 | 66 km |
| 2021 | BIG CREEK | 2,123 | 74 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,031 | 94 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 1,996 | 80 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 1,992 | 80 km |
| 2024 | EAST FORK RX | 1,956 | 66 km |
| 2018 | ROCK CREEK RX | 1,956 | 61 km |
| 2013 | ROCK CREEK RX | 1,888 | 61 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 47°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in |
Neosho has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 33°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.9").