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 (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,302 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
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
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 | 33°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.6 in |
Springfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (2.4").