Vernon County Climate

Vernon County, Missouri

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec56.1°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

56.1°F

Annual Precip

46.5"

Annual Snowfall

6.4"

Extreme Heat Days

42.4

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
1.8"
2.1"
3.4"
5.2"
6.8"
5.3"
4.7"
3.8"
4.6"
3.5"
3.1"
2.2"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring46°65°15.4"Summer74°79°13.9"Fall46°69°11.1"Winter32°36°6.1"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 56% of US counties
Wetter than 61% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 64% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Vernon County Weather

Warm Prairie Winds

Vernon County averages 56.1°F annually, which is warmer than the national median. This western Missouri county sits in a transition zone for heat and moisture.

Warmer Than the State Mean

The county's average temperature of 56.1°F exceeds the state average of 54.9°F. It ranks in the warmer southern half of Missouri's temperature data.

High Heat on the Plains

Vernon sees 42 extreme heat days, significantly more than the state's northern and eastern regions. It also records 46.5 inches of rain, making it wetter than the 43.8-inch Missouri average.

Dry Snow and Hot July

Summers are intense with a July average of 78.5°F and frequent 90°F days. Winters are relatively dry regarding ice and snow, with only 6.4 inches of annual snowfall.

Stay Cool During Long Heatwaves

Energy bills likely peak in summer during the 42 days of extreme heat. Since snow is rare at 6.4 inches, focus winter prep on insulating pipes against the 31.5°F January average.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Vernon County?
The average annual temperature in Vernon County, MO is 56.1°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Vernon County get?
Vernon County receives an average of 46.5 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 Vernon County?
Yes, Vernon County receives an average of 6.4 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Vernon County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Vernon County is 76.7°F. The county experiences an average of 42.4 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Vernon County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Vernon County is 34.4°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 31.5°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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