Cooper County Climate

Cooper County, Missouri

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec55.7°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

55.7°F

Annual Precip

41.0"

Annual Snowfall

13.3"

Extreme Heat Days

49.5

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
1.8"
2.1"
3.2"
4.3"
5.0"
4.5"
4.4"
4.2"
3.9"
3.1"
2.8"
1.6"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring45°66°12.6"Summer75°79°13.1"Fall45°69°9.8"Winter30°35°5.5"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 54% of US counties
Wetter than 48% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 75% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Cooper County Weather

Warm summers and snowy winters

Cooper County’s 55.7°F annual average sits comfortably above the national median. This climate is characterized by intense summers and snowy, distinct winters.

Above the Missouri average

At 55.7°F, Cooper is roughly one degree warmer than the Missouri state average of 54.9°F. It ranks as one of the warmer counties in the central part of the state.

More extreme heat than neighbors

Cooper faces more extreme heat than its neighbors, with 50 days reaching 90°F or higher. It also sees 13.3 inches of snow, which is higher than nearby Cole County.

A summer of intense heat

Summers are intense, featuring a July average of 79.3°F and frequent heat spikes. Winters average 32.8°F, creating conditions for the 13.3 inches of annual snowfall.

Plan for 50 hot days

Prepare for a long cooling season with 50 days of extreme heat impacting energy bills. Residents also need reliable snow removal equipment to manage the double-digit winter snowfall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Cooper County?
The average annual temperature in Cooper County, MO is 55.7°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Cooper County get?
Cooper County receives an average of 41.0 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 Cooper County?
Yes, Cooper County receives an average of 13.3 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Cooper County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Cooper County is 77.3°F. The county experiences an average of 49.5 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Cooper County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Cooper County is 32.8°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 29.6°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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