Izard County Climate
Izard County, Arkansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
56.6°F
Annual Precip
48.9"
Annual Snowfall
6.7"
Extreme Heat Days
45
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,023
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Izard County
Climate Verdict
Izard County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 56.6°F, moderately wet with 48.9 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 44.8 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 6.7 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 35.4°F. summers are warm — July averages 76.5°F. The 41°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
Izard County is 4.4°F cooler than the Arkansas statewide average of 61.0°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Arkansas, the county experiences 19.315000000000012 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Izard County Weather
A Temperate Northern Arkansas Climate
Izard County’s annual average of 56.6°F is very close to the national median of 54°F. This makes it one of the more temperate regions in Arkansas, avoiding the extreme heat of the south.
The Coolest County in the Region
At 56.6°F, Izard County is significantly cooler than the Arkansas state average of 61.0°F. It is also drier than most of the state, averaging 48.9 inches of rain annually.
High Snowfall Compared to Neighbors
Izard County receives 6.7 inches of snow annually, which is more than double the 3.3 inches seen in neighboring Independence County. It is also the coolest in the region, averaging 1.8 degrees less than Independence.
Milder Summers and Snowier Winters
Summer features only 45 days of extreme heat, the lowest in this group, with a July average of 76.5°F. Winters are the coldest in the area, with a January average of 35.4°F and 6.7 inches of snow.
Prepare for Winter Snow and Ice
With 6.7 inches of annual snow, residents should keep snow removal tools and ice melt ready for winter. The lower number of extreme heat days means cooling costs are generally lower 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.