Dade County Climate
Dade County, Missouri
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
56.3°F
Annual Precip
47.3"
Annual Snowfall
12.8"
Extreme Heat Days
42
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,225
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Dade County
Climate Verdict
Dade County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 56.3°F, moderately wet with 47.3 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 42 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 12.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 32.5°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.7°F. The 46°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
Dade County closely matches the Missouri statewide average temperature of 54.9°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Missouri.
Climate Profile
About Dade County Weather
Warmer than the national median
Dade County’s annual average temperature of 56.3°F sits higher than the national median. This humid subtropical climate produces a warmer-than-average experience for the Central United States.
Exceeding Missouri’s average warmth
The county is noticeably warmer than the Missouri state average of 54.9°F. It records an additional 3.5 inches of annual precipitation compared to the state’s typical 43.8 inches.
A wetter climate than neighboring Dallas
With 47.3 inches of annual rain, Dade is significantly wetter than Dallas County to its east. It also experiences more extreme heat, logging 42 days above 90°F annually.
Steamy summers and moderate snow
July temperatures average a warm 78.7°F, fueling frequent heat waves. Winters bring a manageable 12.8 inches of snow and a January average of 32.5°F.
Prepare for heat and high humidity
Homeowners should invest in high-efficiency cooling systems to handle the 42 extreme heat days. Reliable rain gutters are essential to manage the heavy 47.3-inch annual precipitation.
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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.