Best Time to Visit Missouri
Best time to visit Missouri: July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Missouri
Go in July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Missouri month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37° | 21° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 30° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 64° | 41° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 70° | 50° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 75° | 57° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 85° | 67° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 88° | 71° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 87° | 68° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 84° | 64° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 72° | 52° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 58° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 32° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Missouri compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Missouri.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 159 mi | 56°F | 34°F cooler | 37 in |
| Kansas | 191 mi | 58°F | about the same | 40 in |
| Des Moines | 222 mi | 54°F | 37°F cooler | 41 in |
| Iowa | 222 mi | 54°F | 37°F cooler | 41 in |
| Starved Rock State Park | 254 mi | 53°F | 37°F cooler | 41 in |
Best time to visit each national park in Missouri
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each city in Missouri
3 cities mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 72°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Missouri is a state in United States. Missouri is a US state with its capital at Jefferson City. It has a population of about 6.2 million. The capital is Jefferson City.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Missouri with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 66°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 73%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Missouri is July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 21°F.
Nearby highlights include Gateway Arch National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 84°F is 12.1°F above the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Missouri today at 9.4/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Missouri right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:35 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 74° / 51°
Overcast · 1% rain · wind 9 mph
☁️ 76° / 56°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 9 mph
Things to do in Missouri
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Missouri.
Quick facts about Missouri
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°34′36.1″N 92°10′24.6″W (38.5767, -92.1735) |
| Capital | Jefferson City |
| Population | 6.180.000 |
| Area | 69.707 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | MO |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 11:35 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Explore Missouri
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Missouri?
Missouri is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 38.5767, -92.1735. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Missouri right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 62% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Missouri?
July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Missouri, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Missouri in?
Missouri observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 11:35 PM.
How many people live in Missouri?
Missouri has a population of approximately 6.2 million.
What are the top things to do in Missouri?
Popular options include Gateway Arch National Park.
What places are in Missouri?
Missouri covers 4 places in this atlas, including Gateway Arch National Park, Branson, Kansas City and St. Louis.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 at 11:35 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
