Cherokee County Climate
Cherokee County, Oklahoma
Avg Annual Temp
60.9°F
Annual Precip
51.0"
Annual Snowfall
4.3"
Extreme Heat Days
51.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Cherokee County Weather
Temperate and lush eastern hills
Cherokee County reports an annual average temperature of 60.9°F, roughly 6 degrees higher than the national median. This region is defined by its high moisture and rolling green landscapes.
A wet outlier in Oklahoma
The county receives a massive 51.0 inches of annual precipitation, far exceeding the state average of 37.2 inches. Despite the rain, its average temperature of 60.9°F remains very close to the state mean of 60.4°F.
The moisture capital of the region
Cherokee County is much wetter than neighbors like Coal County, which sees only 45.1 inches of rain. It offers a cooler summer experience than the southern counties, with only 52 extreme heat days.
Moderate heat and damp winters
July averages 81.1°F, but the heavy rainfall helps keep extreme heat in check compared to western Oklahoma. Winters are chilly and damp, with a 41.7°F average and 4.3 inches of snow.
Manage moisture and humidity
High-capacity gutter systems and proper drainage are vital for managing the 51 inches of annual rain. Residents should also invest in dehumidifiers to stay comfortable during the humid 79.2°F summer months.
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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.