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Weather & Climate in Turon, KS
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Turon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,764 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,764 ft (538 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 644/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8075°N, 98.4278°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Pratt County County |
| Nearest Airport | Pratt Regional (PTT) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 54.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 55.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 80.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2,440 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Feb 13, 2016 | 18 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma | M5.1 | 149 km | 8 km |
| Jan 7, 2016 | 16 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma | M4.7 | 148 km | 4 km |
| Jan 19, 2020 | 2 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas | M4.5 | 47 km | 5 km |
| Jan 31, 2022 | 7 km NW of Medford, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 120 km | 8 km |
| May 17, 2019 | 8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Jun 9, 2018 | 8 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 2015 | 7 km SSE of Byron, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 108 km | 4 km |
| Jan 7, 2016 | 16 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 150 km | 7 km |
| Sep 8, 2017 | 9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 140 km | 6 km |
| Jul 29, 2014 | 9 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Aug 16, 2019 | 3 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas | M4.2 | 46 km | 5 km |
| Feb 5, 2015 | 8 km NE of Cherokee, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 111 km | 4 km |
| Jan 26, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Medford, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 125 km | 7 km |
| Feb 19, 2021 | 6 km SW of Manchester, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 98 km | 7 km |
| Sep 15, 1995 | 7 km NNW of Alva, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Jun 5, 2015 | 3 km SW of Danville, Kansas | M4.1 | 75 km | 2 km |
| Mar 29, 2017 | 8 km W of Deer Creek, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 132 km | 3 km |
| Aug 18, 2019 | 5 km WSW of South Hutchinson, Kansas | M4.1 | 44 km | 5 km |
| Aug 14, 2015 | 6 km WNW of Medford, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 122 km | 0 km |
| May 23, 2015 | 6 km NNW of Sun City, Kansas | M4.0 | 63 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
829 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 34 fatalities, 522 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF5 | 92 km | 46.0 mi | 17 |
| Mar 13, 1990 | EF5 | 95 km | 22.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 13, 1990 | EF5 | 36 km | 48.0 mi | 1 |
| May 18, 2013 | EF4 | 99 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2012 | EF4 | 68 km | 50.3 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 2004 | EF4 | 74 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 2001 | EF4 | 83 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 15, 1992 | EF4 | 91 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1991 | EF4 | 38 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 17, 1976 | EF4 | 83 km | 19.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 1969 | EF4 | 71 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1950 | EF4 | 73 km | 17.1 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 1950 | EF4 | 66 km | 34.3 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 2017 | EF3 | 68 km | 26.6 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2016 | EF3 | 74 km | 8.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 2015 | EF3 | 57 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 2015 | EF3 | 68 km | 16.5 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2012 | EF3 | 63 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2012 | EF3 | 53 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2012 | EF3 | 91 km | 18.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ANDERSON CREEK FIRE (374,523 acres, 2016).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2016 | ANDERSON CREEK FIRE | 374,523 | 86 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 16,448 | 70 km |
| 2016 | BURMAC | 10,668 | 74 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 8,987 | 61 km |
| 2022 | GARFIELD | 8,650 | 73 km |
| 2008 | LARKIN | 8,397 | 71 km |
| 2017 | HIGHLANDS | 7,418 | 61 km |
| 2022 | COTTONWOOD COMPLEX | 6,487 | 67 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 6,406 | 42 km |
| 2006 | TWELTH STREET | 6,282 | 74 km |
| 2020 | EWB | 5,706 | 91 km |
| 2018 | RICE COUNTY | 5,504 | 65 km |
| 2011 | JORDEN SPRINGS | 5,488 | 36 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 5,168 | 47 km |
| 2020 | WHEAT STATE | 4,847 | 74 km |
| 2008 | LAKE CITY | 4,643 | 65 km |
| 2007 | AETNA FIRE | 4,579 | 87 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,566 | 87 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 4,558 | 37 km |
| 2021 | BOILING SPRINGS | 4,299 | 36 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 0.9 in |
Turon has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 32°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (0.6").