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Weather & Climate in Springfield, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Springfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,302 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,302 ft (397 m) |
| Area | 82.3 sq mi (213.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,034/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2153°N, 93.2982°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Joplin Regional (JLN) 66 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
19 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Sep 12, 2019 | 13 km N of Big Flat, Arkansas | M3.7 | 145 km | 18 km |
| Jun 11, 2017 | 6 km NNE of Bergman, Arkansas | M3.6 | 97 km | 6 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 80 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.9 | 97 km | 6 km |
| Mar 12, 1990 | 9 km NNE of Briarcliff, Arkansas | M2.8 | 133 km | 0 km |
| Nov 26, 1999 | 9 km NNE of Mountain Home, Arkansas | M2.7 | 122 km | 3 km |
| Jul 3, 2014 | 6 km S of Yellville, Arkansas | M2.7 | 129 km | 8 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 11 km WSW of Mountain View, Missouri | M2.6 | 135 km | 7 km |
| May 21, 2010 | 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.6 | 132 km | 1 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 133 km | 2 km |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri | M2.6 | 74 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 70 km | 2 km |
| May 13, 2015 | 8 km E of Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 97 km | 0 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.5 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Jan 4, 2024 | 13 km E of South Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 101 km | 4 km |
| Aug 11, 2011 | 11 km WSW of Jasper, Arkansas | M2.5 | 138 km | 4 km |
| May 2, 2001 | 10 km NW of Bakersfield, Missouri | M2.5 | 118 km | 1 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 3 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.5 | 133 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
488 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 34 fatalities, 519 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 1991 | EF4 | 13 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Sep 26, 1959 | EF4 | 58 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 25, 1954 | EF4 | 95 km | 12.1 mi | 2 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 84 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 14 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 52 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 72 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 38 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 87 km | 14.0 mi | 4 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 87 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 29, 1983 | EF3 | 14 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 99 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF3 | 81 km | 29.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 62 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 59 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 24, 1954 | EF3 | 64 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2019 | EF2 | 19 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2018 | EF2 | 73 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 29, 2012 | EF2 | 68 km | 24.3 mi | 0 |
| Feb 29, 2012 | EF2 | 80 km | 1.7 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,388 acres, 1994).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 7,388 | 84 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,931 | 70 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 6,686 | 75 km |
| 2010 | BRUSHY/CLAYTON | 6,401 | 70 km |
| 2020 | BIG CREEK | 6,399 | 75 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 5,344 | 75 km |
| 2006 | BIG SPRING FIRE | 4,921 | 82 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 85 km |
| 2009 | MOUNTAIN CREEK | 4,322 | 79 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 4,179 | 73 km |
| 2016 | BIG CREEK | 4,031 | 77 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 3,538 | 86 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,533 | 73 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,492 | 74 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 3,336 | 88 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,135 | 77 km |
| 2012 | KINFOLK RD | 2,883 | 77 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,710 | 82 km |
| 2021 | GOETZ | 2,615 | 79 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,590 | 85 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) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in |
Springfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 31°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (1.9").