Hughes County Climate
Hughes County, Oklahoma
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
61.1°F
Annual Precip
41.3"
Annual Snowfall
2.1"
Extreme Heat Days
78
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,244
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Hughes County
Climate Verdict
Hughes County has a warm, averaging 61.1°F year-round, moderately wet with 41.3 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 77.7 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 2.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 38.7°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 82.7°F. The 44°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
Hughes County closely matches the Oklahoma statewide average temperature of 60.4°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Oklahoma.
Climate Profile
About Hughes County Weather
Lush and warm central plains
Hughes County averages 61.1°F annually, making it warmer than the national median. It is wetter than many of its neighbors, receiving 41.3 inches of annual precipitation.
Warmer and wetter than average
With a 61.1°F average, Hughes sits slightly above the Oklahoma state average of 60.4°F. Its rainfall is also notably higher than the state average of 37.2 inches.
High rainfall for the region
Hughes is much wetter than Greer or Harmon to the west, receiving over 14 inches more rain annually. Its temperature remains consistent with other central Oklahoma counties like Grady.
Wet years and mild winters
The county experiences 78 days of 90°F heat, paired with a July average of 82.7°F. Winters are mild with only 2.1 inches of snow and a 41.0°F average.
Manage moisture and heat
Homeowners should ensure proper drainage and gutter maintenance to handle the high 41.3-inch annual rainfall. HVAC systems will work hardest during the 78 days of extreme summer heat.
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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.