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Weather & Climate in Sparta, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sparta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 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 1,417 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.3°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,417 ft (432 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,918/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0012°N, 93.0816°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Marion County Regional (FLP) 56 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
24 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.9.
| Jul 7, 1991 | 11 km ENE of Brandsville, Missouri | M3.9 | 139 km | 8 km |
| Aug 16, 2003 | 5 km W of Thomasville, Missouri | M3.7 | 134 km | 0 km |
| Sep 12, 2019 | 13 km N of Big Flat, Arkansas | M3.7 | 114 km | 18 km |
| Jun 11, 2017 | 6 km NNE of Bergman, Arkansas | M3.6 | 70 km | 6 km |
| Jun 27, 2000 | 15 km WSW of Marshall, Arkansas | M3.4 | 132 km | 0 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Mar 18, 1990 | 9 km W of Alton, Missouri | M3.0 | 144 km | 1 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.9 | 70 km | 6 km |
| Mar 12, 1990 | 9 km NNE of Briarcliff, Arkansas | M2.8 | 103 km | 0 km |
| Sep 5, 2013 | 17 km W of Dennard, Arkansas | M2.7 | 145 km | 4 km |
| Nov 26, 1999 | 9 km NNE of Mountain Home, Arkansas | M2.7 | 92 km | 3 km |
| Jul 3, 2014 | 6 km S of Yellville, Arkansas | M2.7 | 100 km | 8 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 11 km WSW of Mountain View, Missouri | M2.6 | 113 km | 7 km |
| May 21, 2010 | 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.6 | 131 km | 1 km |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri | M2.6 | 61 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 74 km | 2 km |
| May 13, 2015 | 8 km E of Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 67 km | 0 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.5 | 70 km | 5 km |
| Jan 4, 2024 | 13 km E of South Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 72 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
493 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 41 fatalities, 674 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 1991 | EF4 | 22 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 91 km | 20.0 mi | 2 |
| Sep 26, 1959 | EF4 | 53 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 25, 1954 | EF4 | 83 km | 12.1 mi | 2 |
| May 26, 2024 | EF3 | 92 km | 21.6 mi | 4 |
| May 26, 2024 | EF3 | 96 km | 34.6 mi | 1 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 32 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 95 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 99 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 33 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 64 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 100 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| Nov 18, 1985 | EF3 | 98 km | 34.0 mi | 3 |
| Apr 29, 1983 | EF3 | 40 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 76 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1979 | EF3 | 85 km | 35.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF3 | 98 km | 29.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 95 km | 7.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 89 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 90 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (6,931 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,931 | 40 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 6,686 | 45 km |
| 2010 | BRUSHY/CLAYTON | 6,401 | 40 km |
| 2020 | BIG CREEK | 6,399 | 45 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 5,344 | 88 km |
| 2021 | ROCK PILE | 5,067 | 93 km |
| 2006 | BIG SPRING FIRE | 4,921 | 100 km |
| 2009 | MOUNTAIN CREEK | 4,322 | 93 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 4,179 | 89 km |
| 2016 | BIG CREEK | 4,031 | 47 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,533 | 86 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,492 | 92 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,135 | 93 km |
| 2012 | KINFOLK RD | 2,883 | 91 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,710 | 100 km |
| 2021 | GOETZ | 2,615 | 49 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,569 | 89 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 2,542 | 91 km |
| 2019 | SWAN CREEK | 2,365 | 19 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 2,340 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in |
Sparta has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 31°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.9").