Pontotoc County Climate
Pontotoc County, Oklahoma
Avg Annual Temp
61.6°F
Annual Precip
41.5"
Annual Snowfall
4.1"
Extreme Heat Days
70.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Pontotoc County Weather
Sun-Drenched and Consistently Warm
With an average annual temperature of 61.6°F, Pontotoc County is roughly six degrees warmer than the national median. This reflects a climate dominated by long summers and short, manageable winters.
Slightly Warmer than the Oklahoma Average
Pontotoc sits just above the state average of 60.4°F for temperature and 37.2 inches for precipitation. With 41.5 inches of annual rain, it is part of the state's more productive agricultural belt.
Bridging Central and Southern Oklahoma
The county enjoys more rainfall than its western neighbors, totaling 41.5 inches annually. This extra moisture helps buffer the effects of the 70 extreme heat days experienced each year.
High Heat with Occasional Dustings
July is the peak of summer with an average of 82.8°F and frequent triple-digit afternoons. Winter remains moderate with 4.1 inches of snow and a January average of 39.4°F.
Smart Water and Heat Management
The 70 days of 90°F+ temperatures require efficient cooling and a focus on water conservation during peak summer. Residents should be ready for the occasional 4-inch snowfall that can disrupt travel.
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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.