Nevada County Climate
Nevada County, Arkansas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
61.9°F
Annual Precip
56.6"
Annual Snowfall
2.6"
Extreme Heat Days
69
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,262
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Nevada County
Climate Verdict
Nevada County has a warm, averaging 61.9°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 56.6 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 68.7 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 2.6 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 41.5°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.9°F. The 39°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
Nevada County closely matches the Arkansas statewide average temperature of 61.0°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Arkansas.
Climate Profile
About Nevada County Weather
A very warm and wet environment
Nevada County averages a warm 61.9°F, placing it well above the national median. Its 56.6 inches of rainfall makes it one of the wetter counties in the southern United States.
Warmer than the Arkansas average
At 61.9°F, Nevada is warmer than the state average of 61.0°F. It also exceeds the state’s average rainfall by over 4 inches, marking it as a warm and wet corner of Arkansas.
More extreme heat than central counties
Nevada is noticeably warmer and wetter than Lonoke County to the north. It endures 69 days of extreme heat, which is significantly higher than the 60 days seen in the central Delta.
Long summers with nearly 70 heat days
Summers are long and hot with a 79.6°F average and 69 days exceeding 90°F. Winter stays mild at 43.6°F, though the county still sees about 2.6 inches of snow annually.
Energy efficiency for hot summers
Residents should prepare for over two months of 90-degree days with energy-efficient cooling. The 56.6 inches of rain require consistent gutter maintenance and flood planning in low-lying areas.
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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.