Weather & Climate in Richmond, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Richmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. The area receives 13.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 837 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 972/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2786°N, 93.9769°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kansas City International (MCI) 39 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 91 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Mar 23, 2007 | 5 km N of Nortonville, Kansas | M3.1 | 119 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 65 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 104 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 62 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
495 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 377 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 29, 2004 | EF4 | 71 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 77 km | 21.0 mi | 2 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 44 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 29 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 5 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 47 km | 11.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 92 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF4 | 99 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 84 km | 59.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1961 | EF4 | 83 km | 26.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 2017 | EF3 | 42 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 2008 | EF3 | 44 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 72 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2004 | EF3 | 78 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1980 | EF3 | 83 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 31 km | 26.2 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 88 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF3 | 74 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 84 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 99 km | 0.1 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 | 31 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.7 in |
Richmond has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (1.3").