Weather & Climate in Worthington, MO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Worthington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The area receives 19.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 810 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4084°N, 92.6888°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kirksville Regional (IRK) 23 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Feb 8, 2004 | 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri | M2.9 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 | 3 km W of Hale, Missouri | M2.5 | 108 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
334 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 155 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF4 | 81 km | 28.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 21, 1973 | EF4 | 74 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF4 | 56 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF4 | 97 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 89 km | 59.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 24, 1967 | EF4 | 14 km | 25.7 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1959 | EF4 | 51 km | 17.2 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1953 | EF4 | 75 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 79 km | 26.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 5, 2022 | EF3 | 83 km | 11.3 mi | 1 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 65 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 2015 | EF3 | 92 km | 11.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1999 | EF3 | 44 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 | EF3 | 94 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 1974 | EF3 | 67 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1973 | EF3 | 81 km | 3.6 mi | 2 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 54 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 94 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1971 | EF3 | 81 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1970 | EF3 | 78 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in |
Worthington has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 22°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (1.3").