Weather & Climate in Paloma, IL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Paloma 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 36.4 inches. The area receives 17.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 734 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 | 734 ft (224 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 359/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0237°N, 91.1986°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Hancock County County |
| Nearest Airport | Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field (UIN) 6 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 31.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 64.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 61.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Sep 19, 2024 | 1 km S of Old Monroe, Missouri | M2.6 | 129 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
425 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 9 fatalities, 269 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 86 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 63 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 4, 2023 | EF3 | 82 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 99 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 60 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF3 | 42 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1981 | EF3 | 54 km | 8.8 mi | 1 |
| Jul 23, 1975 | EF3 | 94 km | 11.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 36 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 92 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 1973 | EF3 | 32 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1973 | EF3 | 63 km | 3.6 mi | 2 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 85 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 73 km | 4.3 mi | 1 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 84 km | 5.1 mi | 1 |
| Aug 25, 1965 | EF3 | 95 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1964 | EF3 | 59 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1961 | EF3 | 35 km | 127.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1961 | EF3 | 36 km | 64.2 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1957 | EF3 | 63 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.8 in |
Paloma has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 27°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.6").