Missouri Weather Forecast
Missouri weather: 71°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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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° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 83° | 62° | 2,1 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).
Best time to visit Missouri
Go in 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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 | 36 in |
| Kansas | 191 mi | 58°F | about the same | 40 in |
| Des Moines | 222 mi | 53°F | 37°F cooler | 37 in |
| Iowa | 222 mi | 53°F | 37°F cooler | 37 in |
| Starved Rock State Park | 254 mi | 53°F | 37°F cooler | 39 in |
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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 71°F (22°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 78% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Missouri?
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 11:45 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 August 24, 2026 at 11:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
