Weather & Climate in Stanton, IA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Stanton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. The area receives 27.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,179 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,179 ft (359 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 705/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9812°N, 95.1028°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Page County County |
| Nearest Airport | Eppley Airfield (OMA) 47 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 40.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 45.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 81.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Dec 17, 2009 | 2 km NW of Auburn, Nebraska | M3.6 | 91 km | 5 km |
| Jul 16, 2004 | 6 km SSE of Riverton, Iowa | M3.5 | 54 km | 5 km |
| Feb 11, 1995 | 6 km E of Clearmont, Missouri | M3.1 | 55 km | 5 km |
| Mar 31, 1993 | 2 km SE of Nemaha, Nebraska | M2.9 | 87 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
617 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 26 fatalities, 485 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 27, 1953 | EF5 | 62 km | 0.1 mi | 1 |
| May 21, 2024 | EF4 | 17 km | 40.7 mi | 5 |
| Mar 5, 2022 | EF4 | 81 km | 70.6 mi | 6 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF4 | 22 km | 49.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF4 | 66 km | 56.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1995 | EF4 | 58 km | 57.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1995 | EF4 | 97 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1989 | EF4 | 32 km | 49.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1979 | EF4 | 56 km | 18.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1976 | EF4 | 67 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1975 | EF4 | 84 km | 8.0 mi | 3 |
| Jun 22, 1964 | EF4 | 43 km | 11.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 1964 | EF4 | 36 km | 13.1 mi | 1 |
| May 10, 1959 | EF4 | 70 km | 41.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 1954 | EF4 | 53 km | 6.3 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2024 | EF3 | 16 km | 33.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF3 | 57 km | 40.3 mi | 1 |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF3 | 57 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF3 | 74 km | 19.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 2001 | EF3 | 91 km | 76.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
6 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,195 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 4,195 | 36 km |
| 2020 | MOSQR-FY20-RX-WUI | 964 | 98 km |
| 2016 | SQR BM SL DESOTO 2016 WUI RX | 866 | 98 km |
| 1988 | NORTH POOL | 698 | 98 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 645 | 99 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 629 | 79 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.4 in |
Stanton has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 23°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (0.9").