Fulton County Climate
Fulton County, Arkansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
57.5°F
Annual Precip
49.1"
Annual Snowfall
4.8"
Extreme Heat Days
50
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,323
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Fulton County
Climate Verdict
Fulton County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 57.5°F, moderately wet with 49.1 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 49.95 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 4.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 35.0°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.6°F. The 44°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
Fulton County is 3.5°F cooler than the Arkansas statewide average of 61.0°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Arkansas.
Climate Profile
About Fulton County Weather
Fulton County Nears the National Median
Fulton County’s 57.5°F annual average is the closest in this group to the national median of 54°F. Located on the northern border, it experiences a more temperate climate than the rest of the state.
Arkansas's Cooler Northern Tier
At 57.5°F, Fulton County is 3.5 degrees cooler than the state average of 61.0°F. It is also drier than most of the state, receiving 49.1 inches of rain vs the state's 52.4-inch average.
Distinctly Cooler than Central Neighbors
Fulton is significantly cooler than Franklin County, which averages 60.2°F. It also sees far fewer extreme heat days than any other county in this local comparison group.
The State Leader for Winter Snowfall
Fulton County averages 4.8 inches of snow per year, the highest in this group. It only faces 50 extreme heat days, and January temperatures often drop to an average of 35.0°F.
Winter Preparedness in the Ozarks
With nearly five inches of annual snow, residents should keep salt and shovels ready for winter. The 50 days of heat are manageable, but winter heating costs will likely be higher than in southern Arkansas.
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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.