Wright County Climate
Wright County, Missouri
Avg Annual Temp
55.3°F
Annual Precip
45.8"
Annual Snowfall
9.1"
Extreme Heat Days
29.1
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Wright County Weather
Balanced Temperatures in the Ozark Heart
Wright County records an annual average temperature of 55.3°F, placing it almost exactly at the national median. This climate provides a classic four-season experience without the extreme temperature skews seen in coastal or mountain regions.
Mirroring the Missouri Average
The county's annual temperature of 55.3°F sits just 0.4 degrees above the Missouri state average of 54.9°F. It represents the typical climate of the southern-central part of the state, ranking in the middle tier for statewide warmth.
Wet and Mild Compared to Neighbors
With 45.8 inches of annual rain, Wright County is wetter than the state average and similar to neighbors like Webster County. It enjoys a milder winter average of 34.5°F compared to the harsher conditions found in Missouri's northern counties.
Hot Summers and Moderate Snowfall
Summers bring 29 days of extreme heat over 90°F, contributing to a July average of 77.1°F. Winters are manageable with only 9.1 inches of annual snowfall, which is light compared to more northern latitudes.
Managing High Humidity and Rainfall
Homeowners should maintain robust drainage and gutter systems to handle the significant 45.8 inches of annual precipitation. Air conditioning is essential during the 29 days of extreme heat, as summer averages consistently reach 75.2°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.