South West, MO has a humid continental climate with warm to hot summers and cold winters. Temperatures range from an average high of 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer, to an average low of 25 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter. The area receives around 37 inches of precipitation per year, with heavy rain in the spring and light snowfall during winter months. Humidity levels are quite high throughout the year, ranging from 60-85 percent on average. South West experiences all four seasons in a year's time, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities and recreational sports throughout the year.
South West, Missouri gets 46 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
South West averages 11 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 211 sunny days per year in South West. The US average is 205 sunny days.
South West gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 92 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 89 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 23
Rain: averages 46 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 11 inches of snow a year