Columbia County Climate
Columbia County, Arkansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
62.6°F
Annual Precip
56.3"
Annual Snowfall
1.7"
Extreme Heat Days
76
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,427
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Columbia County
Climate Verdict
Columbia County has a warm, averaging 62.6°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 56.3 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 75.5 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.7 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 43.0°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.0°F. The 38°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
Columbia County closely matches the Arkansas statewide average temperature of 61.0°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Arkansas.
Climate Profile
About Columbia County Weather
Warm Temperatures and Heavy Rain
Columbia County maintains a warm 62.6°F average, placing it significantly higher than the national median. It also sees high humidity with 56.3 inches of annual rain.
Warmer and Wetter than Average
The county is roughly 1.6 degrees warmer than the Arkansas average of 61.0°F. It is also wetter than the state average precipitation of 52.4 inches.
High Regional Heat Consistency
Columbia sees 76 days of extreme heat, nearly identical to Clark County's 77 days. It averages 1.7 inches of snow, slightly more than Clark's 1.4 inches.
A Long Summer Season
July brings an average of 81.0°F, contributing to a total of 76 days over 90 degrees. Winters are mild with a 44.9°F average from December through February.
Gear for Rain and Heat
Outdoor enthusiasts should plan for high precipitation throughout the year. Homeowners must prepare for over two months of extreme heat every summer.
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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.