Franklin County Climate
Franklin County, Arkansas
Avg Annual Temp
60.2°F
Annual Precip
52.2"
Annual Snowfall
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Extreme Heat Days
62.1
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Franklin County Weather
Franklin County Stays Above National Median
The annual average temperature here is 60.2°F, which is higher than the national median of 54°F. This reflects a mild, temperate climate with significant seasonal variation.
Aligning Closely with Arkansas State Averages
Franklin County’s 60.2°F average is very close to the state average of 61.0°F. Its annual precipitation of 52.2 inches also mirrors the state average of 52.4 inches almost perfectly.
A Central Climate Shared with Faulkner
The county’s 60.2°F average is nearly identical to Faulkner County’s 59.9°F. Both counties represent the mid-range of Arkansas temperatures, being warmer than Fulton but cooler than Drew.
Significant Heat and Chilly Januarys
The area experiences 62 extreme heat days annually, peaking with a July average of 80.8°F. January is the coldest month at 38.3°F, though specific snowfall data for the county is currently unavailable.
Standard Central Arkansas Weather Planning
Residents should plan for 62 days of high heat with reliable indoor cooling. Since annual rainfall is steady at 52.2 inches, maintaining good landscape drainage is important for homeowners.
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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.