Weather & Climate in Prairie Home, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Prairie Home experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. The area receives 9.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.0°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 648/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8131°N, 92.5905°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Columbia Regional (COU) 20 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
10 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 16 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 91 km | 5 km |
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Jul 8, 2003 | 1 km N of Leasburg, Missouri | M2.9 | 137 km | 4 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 112 km | 2 km |
| Mar 7, 2009 | 7 km S of Miramiguoa Park, Missouri | M2.6 | 150 km | 7 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 111 km | 8 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 140 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
388 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 241 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF4 | 79 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 97 km | 28.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 87 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF4 | 86 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 53 km | 32.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 57 km | 19.7 mi | 4 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 59 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 1998 | EF3 | 27 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1995 | EF3 | 67 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 1990 | EF3 | 14 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 1990 | EF3 | 27 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1983 | EF3 | 71 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1980 | EF3 | 74 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 73 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 86 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 83 km | 19.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 83 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 100 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 76 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2011 | EF2 | 57 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,763 acres, 1991).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,763 | 93 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,840 | 96 km |
| 2022 | WOOLDRIDGE FIRE | 1,323 | 13 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,294 | 91 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,273 | 83 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,154 | 80 km |
| 2010 | KK RANCH ROAD | 1,112 | 70 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 940 | 98 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 938 | 96 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 906 | 98 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 887 | 99 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 869 | 94 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 864 | 77 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 840 | 99 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 790 | 80 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 679 | 82 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 644 | 73 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 616 | 98 km |
| 2009 | KNOBBY | 607 | 86 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 578 | 53 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
Prairie Home has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 30°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and December the driest (1.9").