Soil Temperature in Missouri
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Missouri is 69°F, based on 15 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 66°F to 75°F. Last updated May 18, 2026.
Current Planting Conditions
Warm-season grasses are actively growing across Missouri with soil averaging 69°F at 2 inches. Bermuda, zoysia, and St. Augustine can be seeded or sodded now. Cool-season overseeding is closing for the season.
Monitoring Stations in Missouri (15)
| Station | 2" Temp | Last Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Spickard (Audrain) | 68°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Dexter (Stoddard) | 75°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Mt Vernon (Lawrence) | 72°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Powell Gardens (Johnson) | 72°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Schell-Osage (St. Clair) | 72°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Journagan Ranch (Douglas) | 69°F | 2026-05-18 |
| CMRB LTAR-MO (Boone) | 66°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Elsberry PMC (Lincoln) | 66°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Carver Farm (Cole) | 67°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Shaw Nature Reserve (Franklin) | 67°F | 2026-05-18 |
| LTSP (Shannon) | 70°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Sinkin Forest (Dent) | 71°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Chillicothe 22 ENE | 67°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Joplin 24 N | 70°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Salem 10 W | 68°F | 2026-05-18 |
Cities in Missouri (25)
| City | ZIP | Current Temp | Distance from state center |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballwin | 63011 | — | 104 mi |
| Blue Springs | 64013 | — | 108 mi |
| Branson | 65615 | — | 125 mi |
| Cape Girardeau | 63701 | — | 174 mi |
| Chesterfield | 63005 | — | 102 mi |
| Columbia | 65201 | — | 41 mi |
| Fenton | 63026 | — | 108 mi |
| Florissant | 63031 | — | 119 mi |
| Hollister | 65672 | — | 128 mi |
| Independence | 64050 | — | 117 mi |
| Jefferson City | 65101 | — | 21 mi |
| Joplin | 64801 | — | 142 mi |
| Kansas City | 64101 | — | 126 mi |
| Lees Summit | 64002 | — | 112 mi |
| Liberty | 64068 | — | 122 mi |
| O Fallon | 63366 | — | 98 mi |
| Osceola | 64776 | — | 74 mi |
| Poplar Bluff | 63901 | — | 157 mi |
| Rolla | 65401 | — | 47 mi |
| Saint Charles | 63301 | — | 110 mi |
| Saint Joseph | 64501 | — | 161 mi |
| Saint Louis | 63101 | — | 124 mi |
| Saint Louis | 63101 | — | 124 mi |
| Sedalia | 65301 | — | 48 mi |
| Springfield | 65801 | — | 90 mi |
Soil Temperature FAQ for Missouri
What is the current soil temperature in Missouri?
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Missouri is 69°F, based on 15 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 66°F to 75°F depending on location and elevation.
When should I apply pre-emergent in Missouri?
Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Missouri, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.
When can I plant grass seed in Missouri?
Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.