Tunica County Climate
Tunica County, Mississippi
Avg Annual Temp
62.7°F
Annual Precip
56.5"
Annual Snowfall
1.1"
Extreme Heat Days
74
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Tunica County Weather
Warm Delta Days in Tunica
Tunica County averages 62.7°F annually, placing it nearly nine degrees warmer than the national median temperature. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate characterized by 56.5 inches of annual precipitation.
Aligning with Mississippi's Temperature Norms
The county's average temperature of 62.7°F sits just below the Mississippi state average of 63.9°F. This makes it one of the more temperate counties in the state, avoiding the extreme heat of the southern pine belt.
Drier and Warmer than Eastern Neighbors
Compared to Tishomingo, Tunica is nearly four degrees warmer on average and significantly drier, receiving about six inches less rain annually. Its 82.1°F July average is typical for the flat, sun-exposed Delta landscape.
A Season of Sun and Snow
Tunica faces 74 extreme heat days above 90°F, with summer temperatures averaging a hot 80.9°F. Residents also see a rare dusting of winter weather, with an average of 1.1 inches of snowfall annually.
Winter Prep and Summer Cooling
With 74 days of extreme heat, reliable air conditioning and hydration are essential for Delta life. Homeowners should also keep a snow shovel handy for the occasional 1.1 inches of winter accumulation.
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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.