Barton County Climate

Barton County, Missouri

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec56.3°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

56.3°F

Annual Precip

47.3"

Annual Snowfall

7.3"

Extreme Heat Days

40.4

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
1.9"
2.2"
3.1"
5.2"
6.9"
5.8"
4.3"
3.8"
5.0"
3.7"
3.2"
2.2"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring47°65°15.2"Summer74°78°13.9"Fall46°69°11.8"Winter33°37°6.3"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 56% of US counties
Wetter than 64% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 55% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Barton County Weather

A Warm and Wet Gateway

Barton County is significantly warmer than the national median, averaging 56.3°F annually. It is also a very wet county, receiving 47.3 inches of precipitation every year.

Well Above the State Average

Barton stays 1.4 degrees warmer than the Missouri average of 54.9°F. This reflects its southern location, which avoids the harshest cold from the northern plains.

Leading the Region in Heat

While it shares a similar average temperature with Barry County, Barton faces 40 extreme heat days annually. This is significantly more than its neighbors to the east.

Forty Days of Extreme Heat

Summers are intense, with 40 days per year reaching 90°F or higher and a July average of 78.1°F. Winters are light on snow, averaging only 7.3 inches annually.

Strategies for High Heat

Residents must prepare for a long summer season with robust cooling and hydration strategies. The high annual rainfall also makes gutter maintenance and roof care essential.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Barton County?
The average annual temperature in Barton County, MO is 56.3°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Barton County get?
Barton County receives an average of 47.3 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Barton County?
Yes, Barton County receives an average of 7.3 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Barton County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Barton County is 76.3°F. The county experiences an average of 40.4 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Barton County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Barton County is 35.5°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 33.0°F.

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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.

Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.

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