Weather & Climate in Sibley, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sibley 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 13.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 814 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 | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 382/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1786°N, 94.1933°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kansas City International (MCI) 29 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 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Mar 23, 2007 | 5 km N of Nortonville, Kansas | M3.1 | 104 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 45 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 99 km | 2 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 84 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
516 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 18 fatalities, 392 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 29, 2004 | EF4 | 78 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 56 km | 21.0 mi | 2 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 25 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 10 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF4 | 23 km | 48.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 61 km | 11.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 92 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1966 | EF4 | 85 km | 19.9 mi | 1 |
| May 7, 1961 | EF4 | 64 km | 26.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 1952 | EF4 | 91 km | 26.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 2017 | EF3 | 25 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 2008 | EF3 | 28 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 87 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2004 | EF3 | 67 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 1981 | EF3 | 96 km | 7.7 mi | 1 |
| May 12, 1980 | EF3 | 88 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 92 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 89 km | 29.8 mi | 2 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 31 km | 26.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF3 | 95 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,089 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,089 | 98 km |
| 2012 | HIGHWAY E | 897 | 50 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 (5°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 |
Sibley 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").