Pawnee County Climate
Pawnee County, Oklahoma
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
60.5°F
Annual Precip
39.8"
Annual Snowfall
5.5"
Extreme Heat Days
69
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,118
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
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Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Pawnee County
Climate Verdict
Pawnee County has a warm, averaging 60.5°F year-round, moderate rainfall of 39.8 inches per year, significant summer heat with 69 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 5.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.8°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 82.2°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
Pawnee County closely matches the Oklahoma statewide average temperature of 60.4°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Oklahoma.
Climate Profile
About Pawnee County Weather
Warmer than the National Median
Pawnee County maintains an average annual temperature of 60.5°F, which is significantly higher than the national median of 55°F. This reflects the region's position in the warm southern plains.
A Benchmark for Oklahoma Weather
With an annual average of 60.5°F, Pawnee County closely mirrors the state average of 60.4°F. It represents the quintessential Oklahoma climate profile for both temperature and precipitation.
Wetter and Warmer than Western Neighbors
The county receives 39.8 inches of annual precipitation, which is higher than the state average of 37.2 inches. This makes Pawnee notably more humid and greener than the drier counties to its west.
Hot Summers and Moderate Snowfall
July brings an average temperature of 82.2°F and 69 days of heat above 90°F. In the winter, the county averages 5.5 inches of snow, providing occasional but measurable accumulation.
Managing the Summer Heat Load
With 69 extreme heat days, robust home cooling and attic insulation are critical for summer comfort. Residents should also keep a snow shovel handy for the occasional 5.5-inch winter dusting.
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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.