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Weather & Climate in Walker, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Walker 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 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 856 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,197/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8986°N, 94.2322°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Joplin Regional (JLN) 50 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 67 km | 5 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 | 137 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas | M3.0 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 67 km | 2 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 146 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
461 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 188 fatalities, 1,527 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 22, 2011 | EF5 | 99 km | 21.6 mi | 158 |
| Feb 28, 2007 | EF4 | 80 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 93 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF4 | 93 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 1964 | EF4 | 97 km | 19.4 mi | 3 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 66 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 94 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 71 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 45 km | 86.0 mi | 5 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 28 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1995 | EF3 | 22 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1983 | EF3 | 66 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 74 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 61 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 65 km | 70.0 mi | 2 |
| May 4, 1977 | EF3 | 65 km | 29.8 mi | 2 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF3 | 97 km | 29.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 93 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 62 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 95 km | 19.4 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,763 acres, 1991).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,763 | 94 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,089 | 62 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,043 | 55 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,023 | 87 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,840 | 89 km |
| 2005 | NR STEELE | 1,652 | 51 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,539 | 76 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,356 | 42 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,346 | 35 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,305 | 37 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,294 | 99 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,282 | 74 km |
| 2006 | GRAND | 1,067 | 76 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 1,045 | 83 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 940 | 85 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 938 | 86 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 869 | 98 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 860 | 35 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 849 | 89 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 840 | 84 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) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 2.2 in |
Walker has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 30°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.5").