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Weather & Climate in Philadelphia, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Philadelphia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 267 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 329/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8387°N, 91.7391°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field (UIN) 30 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
3 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 | 40 km | 5 km |
| Sep 19, 2024 | 1 km S of Old Monroe, Missouri | M2.6 | 133 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 143 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
350 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 13 fatalities, 179 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF4 | 57 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 90 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 82 km | 28.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF4 | 64 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF4 | 92 km | 25.7 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 95 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2006 | EF3 | 93 km | 44.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 86 km | 19.7 mi | 4 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 19 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF3 | 62 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1995 | EF3 | 77 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 46 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 53 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 1973 | EF3 | 82 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1973 | EF3 | 65 km | 3.6 mi | 2 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 71 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 65 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 77 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF3 | 99 km | 4.3 mi | 1 |
| May 14, 1961 | EF3 | 40 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) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in |
Philadelphia has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 25°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.5").