Newton County Climate
Newton County, Missouri
Avg Annual Temp
57.8°F
Annual Precip
48.4"
Annual Snowfall
8.1"
Extreme Heat Days
43.150000000000006
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Newton County Weather
Southwest Missouri's Temperate Climate
Newton County averages 57.8°F annually, placing it above the national median temperature. The region experiences a humid climate with a healthy 48.4 inches of yearly rainfall.
A Warm Southern Tier County
With an annual average of 57.8°F, Newton County is notably warmer than the state average of 54.9°F. It ranks among the warmer counties in Missouri's southern half.
Warmer than the Ozark Interior
Newton County's 57.8°F average is warmer than nearby Ozark County's 57.0°F. It also sees more snowfall than its eastern neighbors, averaging 8.1 inches per year.
Defined Seasons with Sharp Peaks
July averages a warm 79.3°F with 43 days of extreme heat exceeding 90°F. Winters are manageable but chilly, with a January average of 35.0°F and roughly 8 inches of snow.
Balance Cooling and Winter Readiness
The 43 extreme heat days require reliable HVAC systems, while the 8.1 inches of snow make a good shovel necessary. Residents should also plan for heavy spring rains given the 48.4-inch annual precipitation.
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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.