Weather & Climate in Ozark, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ozark enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The area receives 6.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,155 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,155 ft (352 m) |
| Area | 11.2 sq mi (28.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,807/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0209°N, 93.2060°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Marion County Regional (FLP) 61 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
21 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Aug 16, 2003 | 5 km W of Thomasville, Missouri | M3.7 | 145 km | 0 km |
| Sep 12, 2019 | 13 km N of Big Flat, Arkansas | M3.7 | 122 km | 18 km |
| Jun 11, 2017 | 6 km NNE of Bergman, Arkansas | M3.6 | 74 km | 6 km |
| Jun 27, 2000 | 15 km WSW of Marshall, Arkansas | M3.4 | 136 km | 0 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.9 | 74 km | 6 km |
| Mar 12, 1990 | 9 km NNE of Briarcliff, Arkansas | M2.8 | 113 km | 0 km |
| Jul 3, 2014 | 6 km S of Yellville, Arkansas | M2.7 | 106 km | 8 km |
| Nov 26, 1999 | 9 km NNE of Mountain Home, Arkansas | M2.7 | 101 km | 3 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 11 km WSW of Mountain View, Missouri | M2.6 | 124 km | 7 km |
| May 21, 2010 | 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.6 | 124 km | 1 km |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri | M2.6 | 71 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 79 km | 2 km |
| May 13, 2015 | 8 km E of Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 74 km | 0 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.5 | 74 km | 5 km |
| Jan 4, 2024 | 13 km E of South Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 79 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 3 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.5 | 125 km | 0 km |
| Aug 11, 2011 | 11 km WSW of Jasper, Arkansas | M2.5 | 117 km | 4 km |
| May 2, 2001 | 10 km NW of Bakersfield, Missouri | M2.5 | 99 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
489 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 33 fatalities, 523 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 1991 | EF4 | 12 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Sep 26, 1959 | EF4 | 60 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 25, 1954 | EF4 | 93 km | 12.1 mi | 2 |
| May 26, 2024 | EF3 | 95 km | 21.6 mi | 4 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 97 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 29 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 39 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 53 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 94 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 89 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 29, 1983 | EF3 | 29 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 80 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1979 | EF3 | 96 km | 35.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF3 | 87 km | 29.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 79 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 81 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 97 km | 7.8 mi | 1 |
| Mar 24, 1954 | EF3 | 53 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2019 | EF2 | 5 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2018 | EF2 | 64 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (6,931 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,931 | 49 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 6,686 | 53 km |
| 2010 | BRUSHY/CLAYTON | 6,401 | 49 km |
| 2020 | BIG CREEK | 6,399 | 53 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 5,344 | 90 km |
| 2006 | BIG SPRING FIRE | 4,921 | 100 km |
| 2009 | MOUNTAIN CREEK | 4,322 | 94 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 4,179 | 89 km |
| 2016 | BIG CREEK | 4,031 | 55 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,533 | 88 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,492 | 92 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,135 | 94 km |
| 2012 | KINFOLK RD | 2,883 | 92 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,710 | 100 km |
| 2021 | GOETZ | 2,615 | 56 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,569 | 92 km |
| 2019 | SWAN CREEK | 2,365 | 28 km |
| 2002 | ROUNDTPCOX | 2,248 | 97 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,166 | 98 km |
| 2021 | EAST FORK | 2,134 | 61 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.8 in |
Ozark has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (2.4").