Weather & Climate in Riverview Estates, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Riverview Estates 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 40.0 inches. The area receives 16.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 951 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 951 ft (290 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 333/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7487°N, 94.5252°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 | 58 km | 5 km |
| Mar 23, 2007 | 5 km N of Nortonville, Kansas | M3.1 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 138 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 42 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 81 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 136 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
532 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 78 fatalities, 603 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 20, 1957 | EF5 | 91 km | 69.4 mi | 44 |
| May 28, 2019 | EF4 | 74 km | 29.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2007 | EF4 | 85 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 54 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 44 km | 21.0 mi | 2 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 78 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 56 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 90 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1966 | EF4 | 74 km | 19.9 mi | 1 |
| Apr 12, 1964 | EF4 | 97 km | 19.4 mi | 3 |
| May 7, 1961 | EF4 | 59 km | 26.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 1952 | EF4 | 65 km | 26.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 2017 | EF3 | 34 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 2008 | EF3 | 60 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2004 | EF3 | 90 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 100 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 1981 | EF3 | 69 km | 7.7 mi | 1 |
| May 12, 1980 | EF3 | 96 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 59 km | 26.2 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 74 km | 31.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
6 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,089 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,089 | 76 km |
| 2005 | NR STEELE | 1,652 | 59 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,305 | 97 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 1,097 | 98 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 636 | 98 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 624 | 94 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 1.6 in |
Riverview Estates has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 30°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (1.2").