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Weather & Climate in Stockton, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Stockton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 945 ft (288 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 952/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6989°N, 93.7960°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Joplin Regional (JLN) 52 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 49 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 74 km | 2 km |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri | M2.6 | 127 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 104 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
515 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 40 fatalities, 556 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 1991 | EF4 | 80 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 95 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 58 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 98 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 73 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 36 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 96 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 80 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 88 km | 14.0 mi | 4 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 65 km | 86.0 mi | 5 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 94 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 33 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1995 | EF3 | 61 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 1983 | EF3 | 63 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 26, 1983 | EF3 | 85 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 86 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 90 km | 70.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 46 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF3 | 82 km | 29.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 14 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 (7,388 acres, 1994).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 7,388 | 81 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 5,344 | 89 km |
| 2006 | BIG SPRING FIRE | 4,921 | 79 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 82 km |
| 2009 | MOUNTAIN CREEK | 4,322 | 88 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 4,179 | 81 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 3,538 | 82 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,533 | 86 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,492 | 76 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 3,336 | 92 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,135 | 81 km |
| 2012 | KINFOLK RD | 2,883 | 88 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,763 | 71 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,710 | 79 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,590 | 81 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,575 | 82 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,569 | 92 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,418 | 90 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,369 | 91 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,166 | 80 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in |
Stockton has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 30°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.5").