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Weather & Climate in Willard, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Willard enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,234 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,234 ft (376 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,061/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3051°N, 93.4285°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Joplin Regional (JLN) 59 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
19 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 | 110 km | 6 km |
| May 18, 2005 | Missouri | M3.3 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2001 | 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri | M3.1 | 70 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 1992 | 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri | M3.1 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.9 | 111 km | 6 km |
| Mar 12, 1990 | 9 km NNE of Briarcliff, Arkansas | M2.8 | 149 km | 0 km |
| Nov 26, 1999 | 9 km NNE of Mountain Home, Arkansas | M2.7 | 137 km | 3 km |
| Jul 3, 2014 | 6 km S of Yellville, Arkansas | M2.7 | 143 km | 8 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 11 km WSW of Mountain View, Missouri | M2.6 | 149 km | 7 km |
| May 21, 2010 | 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.6 | 132 km | 1 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri | M2.6 | 121 km | 2 km |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri | M2.6 | 85 km | 4 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri | M2.5 | 76 km | 2 km |
| May 13, 2015 | 8 km E of Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 111 km | 0 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.5 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Jan 4, 2024 | 13 km E of South Lead Hill, Arkansas | M2.5 | 116 km | 4 km |
| Aug 11, 2011 | 11 km WSW of Jasper, Arkansas | M2.5 | 149 km | 4 km |
| May 2, 2001 | 10 km NW of Bakersfield, Missouri | M2.5 | 133 km | 1 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 3 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.5 | 134 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
512 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 32 fatalities, 509 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 1991 | EF4 | 26 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Sep 26, 1959 | EF4 | 67 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 71 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 24 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 49 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 61 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 50 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 81 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 85 km | 14.0 mi | 4 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 87 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 1983 | EF3 | 12 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 15, 1982 | EF3 | 87 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF3 | 73 km | 29.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 49 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 44 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 24, 1954 | EF3 | 69 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2019 | EF2 | 33 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2018 | EF2 | 86 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 29, 2012 | EF2 | 80 km | 1.7 mi | 1 |
| Feb 29, 2012 | EF2 | 76 km | 24.3 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 |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,931 | 85 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 6,686 | 90 km |
| 2010 | BRUSHY/CLAYTON | 6,401 | 85 km |
| 2020 | BIG CREEK | 6,399 | 90 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 5,344 | 76 km |
| 2006 | BIG SPRING FIRE | 4,921 | 79 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 82 km |
| 2009 | MOUNTAIN CREEK | 4,322 | 78 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 4,179 | 72 km |
| 2016 | BIG CREEK | 4,031 | 92 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 3,538 | 83 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,533 | 73 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,492 | 72 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 3,336 | 87 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,135 | 75 km |
| 2012 | KINFOLK RD | 2,883 | 77 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,763 | 93 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,710 | 79 km |
| 2021 | GOETZ | 2,615 | 94 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in |
Willard has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 31°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.9").