Butler County Climate
Butler County, Missouri
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
58.0°F
Annual Precip
49.3"
Annual Snowfall
4.5"
Extreme Heat Days
53
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,516
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Butler County
Climate Verdict
Butler County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.0°F, moderately wet with 49.3 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 53.46666666666667 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 4.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 34.8°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.5°F. The 45°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Butler County is 3.1°F warmer than the Missouri statewide average of 54.9°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 5.6 inches more precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 16.74929906542056 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Butler County Weather
Significant Warmth in the Southeast
Butler County is much warmer than the national median with an annual average of 58.0°F. The climate leans toward humid subtropical patterns found in the southern United States.
One of Missouri’s Warmest Spots
The county beats the state average temperature by over 3 degrees. It also receives 49.3 inches of rain, which is 5.5 inches more than the Missouri average.
Wetter Than Central Missouri
Butler is far wetter and warmer than Boone County to the north. Its climate is more similar to Cape Girardeau than to the drier northwest corner of the state.
Intense Heat and Mild Winters
Summer brings 53 days hitting 90°F or higher, peaking with a July average of 79.5°F. Winters are mild for the region, averaging 37.2°F with only 4.5 inches of snow.
Manage Moisture and Summer Swelter
Heavy-duty cooling systems are vital for the nearly two months of extreme heat. Excellent drainage is necessary to manage the heavy 49.3-inch annual rainfall.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.