Climate of Arkansas, USA
Area-weighted average across Arkansas. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Arkansas, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.5°C / 38.3°F in January to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in July, with rainfall from 82 mm / 3.2 in to 135 mm / 5.3 in depending on the season (1276 mm / 50.2 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.5°C38.3°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| February | 6.3°C43.3°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| March | 11°C51.8°F | 128 mm5″ | — |
| April | 15.8°C60.4°F | 121 mm4.8″ | — |
| May | 20.3°C68.5°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| June | 24.5°C76.1°F | 102 mm4″ | — |
| July | 26.8°C80.2°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| August | 26.1°C79°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| September | 22.5°C72.5°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| October | 16.4°C61.5°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
| November | 10.3°C50.5°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| December | 5.5°C41.9°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Arkansas?
Arkansas, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 26.8°C / 80.2°F, and the driest is August at 82 mm / 3.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Arkansas?
Arkansas, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.5°C / 38.3°F in January to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1276 mm / 50.2 in, with the wettest month being May (135 mm / 5.3 in) and the driest August (82 mm / 3.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Arkansas?
The hottest month in Arkansas is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.8°C / 80.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Arkansas?
The coldest month in Arkansas is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.5°C / 38.3°F.
When does it rain most in Arkansas?
The wettest month in Arkansas is May, averaging about 135 mm / 5.3 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 82 mm / 3.2 in.