Weather & Climate in Weldon, IL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Weldon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. The area receives 20.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,196/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1216°N, 88.7497°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | De Witt County County |
| Nearest Airport | Central Il Regional/Bloomington-Normal (BMI) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 29.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 41.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 95.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very 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
11 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Jun 28, 2004 | 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois | M4.2 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2021 | Illinois-Indiana border region | M3.8 | 129 km | 6 km |
| Mar 2, 1990 | 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois | M3.4 | 146 km | 0 km |
| May 13, 2025 | 7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois | M3.3 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1993 | 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois | M3.2 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 1990 | Illinois-Indiana border region | M3.2 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jul 1, 2017 | 9 km SSE of Mulberry Grove, Illinois | M3.1 | 147 km | 17 km |
| Dec 16, 1996 | 3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana | M3.1 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Sep 5, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois | M2.9 | 138 km | 33 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 5 km SW of Newton, Illinois | M2.9 | 138 km | 18 km |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois | M2.6 | 109 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
828 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 25 fatalities, 818 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF4 | 89 km | 46.4 mi | 3 |
| Jul 13, 2004 | EF4 | 90 km | 9.6 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1977 | EF4 | 45 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF4 | 36 km | 63.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1957 | EF4 | 91 km | 4.3 mi | 2 |
| Dec 1, 2018 | EF3 | 96 km | 12.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF3 | 48 km | 18.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF3 | 51 km | 29.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | EF3 | 96 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 2009 | EF3 | 72 km | 24.3 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 88 km | 17.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 68 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 50 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 56 km | 9.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 43 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1995 | EF3 | 88 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 1978 | EF3 | 95 km | 8.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 21, 1977 | EF3 | 77 km | 26.9 mi | 6 |
| Aug 6, 1977 | EF3 | 99 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 10, 1974 | EF3 | 80 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in |
Weldon has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.0").