University, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Lafayette County County
4,899
Population
6,999/sq mi density
62°F
Avg Temperature
University enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches. The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 503 ft (153 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,999/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3655°N, 89.5379°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lafayette County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tupelo Regional (TUP) 44 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 64.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 32.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 92.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
University has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.5") and August the driest (3.9").