Weather & Climate in Smithfield, IL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Smithfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. The area receives 21.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 631 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 631 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 360/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4744°N, 90.2949°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Fulton County County |
| Nearest Airport | General Downing - Peoria International (PIA) 34 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 59.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 35.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 77.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
653 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 647 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF4 | 64 km | 46.4 mi | 3 |
| Jul 13, 2004 | EF4 | 89 km | 9.6 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 87 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF4 | 12 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1977 | EF4 | 92 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1976 | EF4 | 59 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1957 | EF4 | 95 km | 4.3 mi | 2 |
| Apr 4, 2023 | EF3 | 16 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2017 | EF3 | 93 km | 17.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | EF3 | 66 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 2009 | EF3 | 85 km | 24.3 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 52 km | 17.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF3 | 99 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 82 km | 9.4 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1995 | EF3 | 32 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1995 | EF3 | 82 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1981 | EF3 | 39 km | 8.8 mi | 1 |
| Aug 15, 1978 | EF3 | 97 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 1978 | EF3 | 87 km | 8.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1975 | EF3 | 9 km | 11.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
5 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 3 (1,206 acres, 1999).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1999 | UNIT 3 | 1,206 | 98 km |
| 2002 | HSB 03 2 | 1,130 | 99 km |
| 2000 | DESTRUST A | 756 | 99 km |
| 2006 | HSB 003 | 674 | 97 km |
| 2004 | HSB 009 | 608 | 99 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 | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
Smithfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 24°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and December the driest (1.8").