The best times to visit Clinton for ideal weather are

April 23rd to June 17th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Clinton Travel Info

Weather in Clinton

Temperature

Average temperatures in Clinton vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 23rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Clinton, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 90.9°F (32.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.2°F (20.7°C) at night.

Clinton Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Clinton Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

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Clinton Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Clinton Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 41.1 29.2 20.1
Feb 42.1 31.1 22.7
Mar 58.4 45.8 36.3
Apr 67.7 55.2 45.1
May 76.3 65.3 55.6
Jun 85.7 75 65.6
Jul 89.2 78 68
Aug 88.2 76.3 66.2
Sep 80.4 68.1 58
Oct 69 56.6 46.3
Nov 57 45.1 35.6
Dec 44 33.9 26

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.1 -1.6 -6.6
Feb 5.6 -0.5 -5.2
Mar 14.7 7.7 2.4
Apr 19.8 12.9 7.3
May 24.6 18.5 13.1
Jun 29.8 23.9 18.7
Jul 31.8 25.6 20
Aug 31.2 24.6 19
Sep 26.9 20.1 14.4
Oct 20.6 13.7 7.9
Nov 13.9 7.3 2
Dec 6.7 1.1 -3.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Clinton are January, November, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 4th.

When can you find snow in Clinton? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Clinton is often around around February 26th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Clinton.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Clinton (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 7% 2.7 1
Feb 17% 4.6 2
Mar 19% 4.4 2.9
Apr 27% 1.2 5.5
May 26% 0 4.5
Jun 29% 0 6.4
Jul 18% 0 5
Aug 18% 0 2.8
Sep 18% 0 4.4
Oct 20% 0 3.7
Nov 14% 0 3.1
Dec 16% 2.1 3.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 6.9 2.5
Feb 17 11.7 5.1
Mar 19 11.2 7.4
Apr 27 3 14
May 26 0 11.4
Jun 29 0 16.3
Jul 18 0 12.7
Aug 18 0 7.1
Sep 18 0 11.2
Oct 20 0 9.4
Nov 14 0 7.9
Dec 16 5.3 8.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Clinton has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (57.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (69.8%).

Wind in Clinton is usually moderate. The windiest month is March, followed by April and January. March’s average wind speed of around 9.1 knots (10.4 MPH or 16.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 17 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Clinton.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.6 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Feb 8.5 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Mar 9.1 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Apr 8.9 Gentle breeze 16.5 Significant breeze
May 7.5 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Jun 7.7 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Jul 6.2 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Sep 6.2 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Oct 7.5 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Nov 8.5 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Dec 8.1 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 59.9%
Feb 61.9%
Mar 60.8%
Apr 57.7%
May 65.9%
Jun 67.6%
Jul 64.1%
Aug 65.1%
Sep 67.8%
Oct 60.2%
Nov 58.7%
Dec 69.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Clinton?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Clinton, MO, US is July, followed by August and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Clinton in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 41.4 in November means 41.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Clinton Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 81.4°F (27.4°C) and 46.4°F (8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 5 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Clinton, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.2°F (28.4°C) and 50.3°F (10.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Clinton to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 46.4°F (8°C) and 40°F (4.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 2 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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