Clark County Climate
Clark County, Arkansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
63.2°F
Annual Precip
56.5"
Annual Snowfall
1.4"
Extreme Heat Days
77
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,618
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Clark County
Climate Verdict
Clark County has a warm, averaging 63.2°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 56.5 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 76.7 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.4 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 42.7°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 82.4°F. The 40°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Clark County closely matches the Arkansas statewide average temperature of 61.0°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Arkansas.
Climate Profile
About Clark County Weather
A Warm and Humid Southern Climate
Clark County averages 63.2°F annually, which is significantly warmer than the national median. It sits in a humid subtropical zone and receives 56.5 inches of rain per year.
Among the State's Warmer Counties
The county's average temperature is over two degrees higher than the Arkansas state average of 61.0°F. This positioning makes Clark one of the warmer regions in the state.
Wetter and Warmer than Neighbors
Clark's 56.5 inches of rain exceeds the state average of 52.4 inches. It also experiences 77 days of extreme heat, more than the 71 days found in nearby Cleveland County.
Long Summers and Mild Winters
Summer averages hit 81.1°F with 77 days reaching at least 90 degrees. Winters remain mild with a 44.8°F average and only 1.4 inches of annual snowfall.
Preparing for Heat and Rain
Residents should budget for high cooling costs to manage the 77 days of extreme heat. Ensure storm drainage is clear to handle the heavy 56.5 inches of annual precipitation.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.