Pope County Climate
Pope County, Arkansas
Avg Annual Temp
61.4°F
Annual Precip
49.6"
Annual Snowfall
1.8"
Extreme Heat Days
72.9
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Pope County Weather
Classic Southern Humid Subtropical Climate
Pope County averages 61.4°F annually, significantly higher than the national median of 54°F. This results in long, humid summers and relatively short, mild winters.
Right in Line with Arkansas Norms
The county's average temperature of 61.4°F closely mirrors the state average of 61.0°F. Its precipitation of 49.6 inches is slightly below the state benchmark of 52.4 inches.
Hotter and Drier than Polk
Pope County sees 73 days of extreme heat, nearly double the 37 days experienced in neighboring Polk County. It is also considerably drier, receiving about 11 inches less rain annually than Polk.
Long Summers and Brief Winters
July averages 81.8°F, fueled by 73 days where temperatures exceed 90°F. Winter is mild with only 1.8 inches of snow and a January average of 40.0°F.
Plan for High Heat Resilience
The 80.3°F summer average makes efficient cooling systems a top priority for residents. Homeowners should also prepare for occasional winter ice, given the 42.0°F average winter temperature.
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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.