Bates County Climate
Bates County, Missouri
Avg Annual Temp
55.6°F
Annual Precip
43.6"
Annual Snowfall
9.5"
Extreme Heat Days
46.8
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Bates County Weather
Significant Heat and Typical Rainfall
Bates County averages 55.6°F annually, which is warmer than the national median. Its precipitation of 43.6 inches aligns almost perfectly with the Missouri state average.
A State Leader in Summer Heat
The county is 0.7 degrees warmer than the state average of 54.9°F. It is distinguished by having some of the most frequent extreme heat days in the region.
Intense Summers Compared to Neighbors
Bates records 47 extreme heat days, far more than the 38 days found in neighboring Benton County. This makes its summers feel much harsher than nearby central Missouri counties.
Nearly Seven Weeks of Heat
The county endures 47 days above 90°F, with July temperatures averaging a high 79.3°F. Winter brings a moderate 9.5 inches of snow and a 30.0°F January average.
Cooling is the Top Priority
With nearly seven weeks of extreme heat, a high-performance HVAC system is a necessity. Residents should also keep winter gear ready for the 9.5 inches of annual snow.
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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.