Weather & Climate in St. Libory, NE
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
St. Libory experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 27.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,865 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,865 ft (568 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 942/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0821°N, 98.3591°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Howard County County |
| Nearest Airport | Central Nebraska Regional (GRI) 8 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 24.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 44.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
42 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jul 17, 2022 | 8 km WSW of Superior, Nebraska | M3.8 | 123 km | 3 km |
| Jun 12, 2017 | 5 km SE of Mankato, Kansas | M3.7 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jan 4, 2016 | 11 km NW of Westerville, Nebraska | M3.5 | 103 km | 6 km |
| May 21, 2017 | 7 km ESE of Mankato, Kansas | M3.4 | 149 km | 16 km |
| Sep 18, 2023 | Nebraska | M3.4 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Apr 4, 2017 | 3 km SSE of Mankato, Kansas | M3.4 | 147 km | 15 km |
| Aug 9, 1997 | 9 km NW of Clarkson, Nebraska | M3.4 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jul 26, 2022 | 8 km WSW of Superior, Nebraska | M3.4 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 8 km NE of Scotia, Nebraska | M3.3 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Apr 7, 2017 | 7 km ESE of Mankato, Kansas | M3.3 | 149 km | 13 km |
| Apr 7, 2017 | 5 km SE of Mankato, Kansas | M3.2 | 149 km | 15 km |
| Sep 26, 2010 | 11 km S of Oconto, Nebraska | M3.1 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 2020 | 3 km W of Burr Oak, Kansas | M3.0 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jul 18, 1990 | 10 km SSW of Ord, Nebraska | M3.0 | 69 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2017 | 4 km SE of Mankato, Kansas | M3.0 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Mar 17, 2023 | 8 km E of Cowles, Nebraska | M2.9 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Jul 1, 2023 | 11 km E of Cowles, Nebraska | M2.9 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Jun 19, 2017 | 1 km W of Mankato, Kansas | M2.9 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2023 | 11 km N of Guide Rock, Nebraska | M2.9 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Apr 5, 2017 | 5 km SE of Mankato, Kansas | M2.8 | 149 km | 14 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
741 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 33 fatalities, 461 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 5, 1964 | EF5 | 59 km | 79.7 mi | 4 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF4 | 19 km | 1.1 mi | 3 |
| Apr 7, 1978 | EF4 | 25 km | 31.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 1978 | EF4 | 79 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1965 | EF4 | 31 km | 125.7 mi | 4 |
| May 8, 1965 | EF4 | 31 km | 78.9 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1964 | EF4 | 35 km | 51.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1957 | EF4 | 87 km | 89.8 mi | 1 |
| Jun 6, 1956 | EF4 | 63 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1954 | EF4 | 89 km | 29.9 mi | 6 |
| Jun 7, 1953 | EF4 | 70 km | 15.0 mi | 11 |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF3 | 26 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 2014 | EF3 | 69 km | 20.2 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 2014 | EF3 | 88 km | 19.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2011 | EF3 | 91 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2011 | EF3 | 54 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 9, 2001 | EF3 | 41 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 22, 2001 | EF3 | 80 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1999 | EF3 | 89 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1993 | EF3 | 76 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,456 acres, 2000).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,456 | 97 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.8 in |
St. Libory has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.6").