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Weather & Climate in Purdin, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Purdin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 883 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 242/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9520°N, 93.1658°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kirksville Regional (IRK) 34 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: M3.3.
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 44 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
301 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 183 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 29, 2004 | EF4 | 93 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| Jun 7, 1984 | EF4 | 90 km | 134.0 mi | 3 |
| Jun 2, 1980 | EF4 | 98 km | 31.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 74 km | 11.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 52 km | 28.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 21, 1973 | EF4 | 53 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF4 | 59 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF4 | 51 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 28 km | 59.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF4 | 74 km | 25.7 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1959 | EF4 | 83 km | 17.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 92 km | 19.7 mi | 4 |
| Jul 4, 1995 | EF3 | 88 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1995 | EF3 | 99 km | 30.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF3 | 29 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 77 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 30 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 37 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 64 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 75 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: HIGHWAY E (897 acres, 2012).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2012 | HIGHWAY E | 897 | 75 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in |
Purdin has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 24°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (1.8").