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Weather & Climate in Wentworth, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Wentworth enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The area receives 1.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,217 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,217 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 572/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9929°N, 94.0753°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Joplin Regional (JLN) 27 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
12 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Jun 11, 2017 | 6 km NNE of Bergman, Arkansas | M3.6 | 119 km | 6 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.9 | 118 km | 6 km |
| Mar 23, 2024 | 9 km SE of Foyil, Oklahoma | M2.8 | 141 km | 5 km |
| May 21, 2010 | 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.6 | 75 km | 1 km |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri | M2.6 | 146 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 143 km | 2 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.5 | 118 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 2015 | 8 km E of Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 128 km | 0 km |
| Jan 4, 2024 | 13 km E of South Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 134 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 3 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.5 | 76 km | 0 km |
| Aug 11, 2011 | 11 km WSW of Jasper, Arkansas | M2.5 | 133 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
661 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 225 fatalities, 2,331 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 22, 2011 | EF5 | 47 km | 21.6 mi | 158 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF4 | 95 km | 75.5 mi | 21 |
| Nov 29, 1991 | EF4 | 70 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 24, 1975 | EF4 | 48 km | 11.9 mi | 3 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF4 | 83 km | 41.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 91 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 2022 | EF3 | 97 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 38 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 50 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2011 | EF3 | 93 km | 17.9 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 87 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 25 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 99 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 75 km | 86.0 mi | 5 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 78 km | 25.0 mi | 5 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 14 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| May 17, 1995 | EF3 | 99 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 1983 | EF3 | 60 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 26, 1983 | EF3 | 74 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 63 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,427 acres, 1986).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 3,427 | 52 km |
| 2016 | RXBURN | 2,951 | 98 km |
| 2021 | BRUSH CREEK | 2,814 | 93 km |
| 2020 | TWIN PEAKS | 2,578 | 98 km |
| 2023 | RX TWIN PEAKS | 2,560 | 98 km |
| 2002 | ROUNDTPCOX | 2,248 | 60 km |
| 2021 | EAST FORK | 2,134 | 52 km |
| 2023 | DEVREAUX | 2,031 | 93 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,031 | 93 km |
| 2024 | EAST FORK RX | 1,956 | 53 km |
| 2018 | ROCK CREEK RX | 1,956 | 49 km |
| 2013 | ROCK CREEK RX | 1,888 | 49 km |
| 2022 | ROCK CREEK | 1,867 | 49 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 1,523 | 61 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,356 | 99 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,346 | 69 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 1,280 | 44 km |
| 2021 | 21 TOUR ROAD NORTH | 1,203 | 60 km |
| 2007 | HAYFIELD RECLAMATION RX07 | 1,152 | 61 km |
| 1996 | ABOUT TIME | 1,074 | 59 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in |
Wentworth has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 32°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.7").