Cross County Climate
Cross County, Arkansas
Avg Annual Temp
62.2°F
Annual Precip
50.6"
Annual Snowfall
2.0"
Extreme Heat Days
64.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Cross County Weather
A Mild Climate Compared to National Medians
Cross County averages 62.2°F annually, staying well above the United States median temperature of 54°F. Its climate is defined by long, warm periods and short, manageable winters.
Ranking High Among Arkansas Temperature Tiers
At 62.2°F, the county is warmer than the state average of 61.0°F. It occupies a mid-to-high rank for temperature among Arkansas counties, typical for the eastern plains.
Mirroring Neighbors with Slightly Drier Conditions
The county's 62.2°F average temperature matches Crittenden County exactly. However, Cross is slightly drier than its neighbor, receiving 50.6 inches of precipitation annually compared to 53.1 inches.
Intense July Heat and Rare Snowfall
July averages a sweltering 82.2°F, contributing to 64 extreme heat days annually. Snow is infrequent, with only 2.0 inches falling in a typical year while January stays above freezing at 40.3°F.
Summer Readiness for the Eastern Plains
With 64 days above 90°F, efficient HVAC systems are a primary requirement for local homes. While snow is rare, the 50.6 inches of rain suggests residents should keep reliable wet-weather gear on hand.
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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.