Mississippi County Climate
Mississippi County, Arkansas
Avg Annual Temp
61.1°F
Annual Precip
48.9"
Annual Snowfall
2.4"
Extreme Heat Days
64.4
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Mississippi County Weather
Warm and rainy Delta weather
Mississippi County averages 61.1°F annually, placing it firmly in the warm, humid subtropical zone. Its 48.9 inches of rain is slightly lower than the state average but still supports the local agriculture.
Right at the Arkansas state average
The county sits right at the state average of 61.0°F, making it a perfect representative of Arkansas weather. It experiences a typical balance of Delta heat and Mississippi River humidity.
Similar to its Delta neighbors
It shares a similar temperature profile with Lonoke at 61.1°F, though it is slightly drier with 48.9 inches of rain. It records 64 days of extreme heat, keeping it on par with the eastern Arkansas region.
Steamy summers and brisk winters
Summer peaks with a July average of 81.6°F and 64 days above 90°F. Winter is brisk at 41.1°F, featuring a light 2.4 inches of snow that usually melts quickly.
Hydrate for the 64-day heatwave
Residents must plan for 64 days of extreme heat, necessitating hydration and cooling strategies. The 38.6°F January average means pipes should be protected against occasional deep freezes despite the mild winter norm.
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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.