Arkansas County Climate
Arkansas County, Arkansas
Avg Annual Temp
62.9°F
Annual Precip
51.7"
Annual Snowfall
1.8"
Extreme Heat Days
65.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Arkansas County Weather
Warmer Than the National Average
Arkansas County maintains an annual average temperature of 62.9°F, placing it well above the national median for the United States. This identifies the region as a classic humid subtropical climate with long, warm seasons.
Above the Arkansas State Average
The county's average temperature of 62.9°F is nearly two degrees higher than the Arkansas state average of 61.0°F. It remains one of the warmer agricultural hubs in the Delta region.
A Warmer Profile Than Inland Neighbors
Compared to nearby Bradley County at 62.4°F, Arkansas County experiences slightly higher average temperatures throughout the year. It also sees less annual rainfall at 51.7 inches compared to Bradley’s 57.9 inches.
Long Summers and Rare Snowfall
Residents face 66 days of extreme heat above 90°F annually, particularly during July when averages hit 81.6°F. Winters are mild with a December-February average of 44.4°F and only 1.8 inches of annual snow.
Managing Humidity and Summer Heat
Homeowners should prioritize high-efficiency HVAC systems to manage the 66 days of extreme heat and 51.7 inches of rain. Outdoor planning should focus on heat safety during the long summer stretch from June through August.
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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.