Roger Mills County Climate
Roger Mills County, Oklahoma
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
58.6°F
Annual Precip
27.6"
Annual Snowfall
7.1"
Extreme Heat Days
74
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
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Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,685
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Roger Mills County
Climate Verdict
Roger Mills County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.6°F, moderate rainfall of 27.6 inches per year, significant summer heat with 74.3 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 7.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 36.3°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.4°F. The 45°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
Roger Mills County closely matches the Oklahoma statewide average temperature of 60.4°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 9.6 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Roger Mills County Weather
Arid Plains with Wide Temperature Swings
Roger Mills County features a 58.6°F annual average, slightly cooler than the state average but warmer than the national median. It is characterized by its dry climate, receiving only 27.6 inches of rain annually.
Drier and Cooler than the State Average
The county is significantly drier than the Oklahoma average of 37.2 inches, falling nearly 10 inches short. Its 58.6°F average also makes it one of the cooler counties in the state overall.
Western Border Climate Extremes
Located on the Texas border, the county experiences more snowfall (7.1 inches) than most of central and eastern Oklahoma. The lack of humidity compared to eastern neighbors leads to more dramatic daily temperature changes.
Fierce Heat and Snowy Winters
Summers are brutal with 74 days of 90°F+ heat, while winters are the snowiest in this group at 7.1 inches. This creates a landscape of extremes, from a dry 81.4°F July to a 36.3°F January.
Ready for Drought and Snow
The low 27.6-inch rainfall requires drought-resistant landscaping and careful water management. Residents also need to prepare for winter storms, as the 7.1 inches of snow can create drifts in the open plains.
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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.