All Countries
Weather & Climate in Salisbury, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Salisbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.5 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 745 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 745 ft (227 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4239°N, 92.8016°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kirksville Regional (IRK) 48 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
5 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 144 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 54 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
342 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 193 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF4 | 54 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 31 km | 28.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF4 | 63 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF4 | 16 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 44 km | 59.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 54 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 30 km | 19.7 mi | 4 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 96 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 1998 | EF3 | 67 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1995 | EF3 | 32 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 1990 | EF3 | 68 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 1990 | EF3 | 67 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1980 | EF3 | 99 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF3 | 58 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 70 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 34 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 36 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 44 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 89 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF3 | 83 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: WOOLDRIDGE FIRE (1,323 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | WOOLDRIDGE FIRE | 1,323 | 62 km |
| 2012 | HIGHWAY E | 897 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in |
Salisbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 26°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (1.5").