Independence County Climate
Independence County, Arkansas
Avg Annual Temp
58.4°F
Annual Precip
50.1"
Annual Snowfall
3.3"
Extreme Heat Days
54.833333333333336
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Independence County Weather
Temperate Transitions in Independence
Independence County averages 58.4°F annually, sitting about 4 degrees above the national median. This climate provides more distinct seasonal changes than the warmer counties to the south.
Cooler and Drier Than the State Average
The county is cooler than the Arkansas average of 61.0°F and drier than the state average of 52.4 inches. It records 50.1 inches of annual precipitation, reflecting its northern inland position.
Warmer and Rainier Than Izard County
Independence County is warmer than neighboring Izard County, which averages 56.6°F. It is also rainier than Izard but receives roughly half as much snow, averaging 3.3 inches per year.
Moderate Summers and Brisk Winters
Summers reach an average of 77.3°F with 55 days of extreme heat, while July peaks at 79.0°F. Winters are colder than the state average, featuring a January average of 36.8°F.
Ready for Seasonal Temperature Swings
Residents should prepare for 55 days of heat while also winterizing for a January average of 36.8°F. The 3.3 inches of snow is manageable but requires basic winter weather supplies for safety.
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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.