Saline County Climate
Saline County, Arkansas
Avg Annual Temp
61.3°F
Annual Precip
55.1"
Annual Snowfall
2.1"
Extreme Heat Days
61.8
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Saline County Weather
Saline County Sees High Heat and Rain
The county's 61.3°F annual average temperature sits well above the national median. With 55.1 inches of rain, it is significantly wetter than the average American county.
Exceeding State Rainfall Norms
Saline County is one of the wetter spots in the state, receiving 55.1 inches of rain compared to the Arkansas average of 52.4. Its average temperature of 61.3°F is slightly warmer than the state baseline of 61.0°F.
Wetter Than Nearby Pulaski County
While sharing a similar temperature profile with Pulaski, Saline receives nearly three inches more rain annually. It also experiences slightly fewer extreme heat days, recording 62 per year.
Long Summers and Wet Winters
The area endures 62 days above 90°F, with July temperatures averaging a warm 81.2°F. Winter is characterized more by rain than snow, with only 2.1 inches of snowfall recorded annually.
Focus on Drainage and Cooling
With over 55 inches of annual rain, proper property drainage and gutter maintenance are essential for residents. High humidity and 62 days of extreme heat also require efficient air conditioning systems.
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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.