Baxter County Climate
Baxter County, Arkansas
Avg Annual Temp
58.5°F
Annual Precip
45.7"
Annual Snowfall
6.9"
Extreme Heat Days
45.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Baxter County Weather
A Temperate Ozark Climate
Baxter County averages 58.5°F annually, staying much closer to the national median than southern Arkansas. This reflects the cooler, higher-elevation climate found in the Ozark Mountains.
Cooler Than the State Average
At 58.5°F, Baxter County is significantly cooler than the Arkansas state average of 61.0°F. It provides a more temperate alternative to the heat found in the Delta or southern timberlands.
Cooler than Benton County
Baxter County’s 58.5°F average is slightly lower than Benton County’s 58.8°F. It also receives 45.7 inches of rain, making it drier than many other counties in the state.
Defined Seasons and Ozark Snow
The county experiences 6.9 inches of snow annually, much more than the southern half of the state. Summer heat is moderate with only 46 days reaching above 90°F.
Equip for True Winter Weather
Residents should prepare for freezing temperatures, as January averages a chilly 36.5°F. Winter gear and home insulation are higher priorities here than in the warmer southern counties.
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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.