Ripley County Climate
Ripley County, Missouri
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
57.4°F
Annual Precip
51.7"
Annual Snowfall
7.7"
Extreme Heat Days
51
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,316
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Ripley County
Climate Verdict
Ripley County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 57.4°F, moderately wet with 51.7 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 51.4 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 7.7 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 35.1°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.8°F. The 44°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
Ripley County closely matches the Missouri statewide average temperature of 54.9°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 8.0 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Ripley County Weather
A warm pocket of the American heartland
Ripley County averages 57.4°F annually, making it significantly warmer than the national median. This climate profile leans toward the humid subtropical edge of the continental United States.
Surpassing the Missouri statewide average temperature
With an average of 57.4°F, Ripley is much warmer than the state average of 54.9°F. It also receives 51.7 inches of rain, far exceeding the state's 43.8-inch precipitation benchmark.
Wetter and warmer than northern Missouri
Ripley is significantly wetter than Randolph or Ray counties, seeing nearly 10 more inches of rain annually. It shares this high-precipitation, high-heat profile with other counties along the Arkansas border.
Long summers and mild, wet winters
The county endures 51 days of extreme heat over 90°F, nearly double the frequency of northern Missouri. Winters are mild with only 7.7 inches of snow and a relatively warm January average of 35.1°F.
Prioritize drainage and efficient air conditioning
Given the 51.7 inches of annual rain, maintaining clear gutters and proper yard drainage is essential to prevent flooding. Residents should also expect high electricity bills for cooling during the 51 days of extreme summer heat.
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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.