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Weather & Climate in Alcorn State University, MS
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Alcorn State University enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 248 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 248 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 423/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8792°N, 91.1406°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Jefferson County County |
| Nearest Airport | Monroe Regional (MLU) 66 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 11.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 93.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 26.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Jan 8, 2019 | 8 km WNW of Hollandale, Mississippi | M3.7 | 148 km | 16 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.2 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jun 29, 2015 | 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.2 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Aug 2, 2010 | 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana | M3.0 | 121 km | 0 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.0 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi | M3.0 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2019 | Mississippi | M2.8 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Aug 17, 2015 | 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi | M2.6 | 122 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
17 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Francine | Category 2 | 104 mph | 255 km |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 144 mph | 146 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 185 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 3 | 115 mph | 219 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 259 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 273 km |
| 2017 | Nate | Category 1 | 75 mph | 262 km |
| 2012 | Isaac | Category 1 | 81 mph | 282 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 104 mph | 190 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 293 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 127 mph | 164 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | 92 mph | 236 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 109 mph | 256 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 4 | 138 mph | 162 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 183 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 257 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 254 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
665 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 291 fatalities, 3,537 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF5 | 64 km | 109.2 mi | 47 |
| Mar 3, 1966 | EF5 | 65 km | 202.5 mi | 58 |
| Dec 5, 1953 | EF5 | 55 km | 9.0 mi | 38 |
| Apr 24, 2010 | EF4 | 60 km | 149.0 mi | 10 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF4 | 87 km | 128.0 mi | 12 |
| Mar 29, 1976 | EF4 | 48 km | 126.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 10, 1975 | EF4 | 97 km | 56.5 mi | 9 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 63 km | 65.2 mi | 13 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 92 km | 202.1 mi | 58 |
| Jan 23, 1969 | EF4 | 24 km | 117.8 mi | 32 |
| Dec 28, 2024 | EF3 | 62 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 2022 | EF3 | 88 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | EF3 | 80 km | 29.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2014 | EF3 | 95 km | 29.7 mi | 1 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 85 km | 16.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 24, 2005 | EF3 | 43 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 19 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 27, 1999 | EF3 | 91 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 45 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 1995 | EF3 | 100 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,768 acres, 2013).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,768 | 65 km |
| 2022 | HOMOCHITTO BB51 | 4,411 | 55 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 4,022 | 72 km |
| 2010 | HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 18 | 3,826 | 60 km |
| 2010 | HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25 | 3,676 | 56 km |
| 2021 | HOMOCHITTO - BB 7 | 3,028 | 45 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,802 | 45 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,666 | 64 km |
| 2022 | HOMOCHITTO BB24 | 2,458 | 66 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,444 | 58 km |
| 2010 | HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 48 | 2,394 | 64 km |
| 2024 | HOMOCHITTO BB28 SUB3 RX | 2,279 | 72 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,229 | 65 km |
| 2022 | HOMOCHITTO BB25 | 2,183 | 65 km |
| 2010 | HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 21 | 2,182 | 61 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 2,143 | 54 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,111 | 58 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,071 | 65 km |
| 2022 | HOMOCHITTO BB 21 AND BBHB | 2,021 | 61 km |
| 2021 | HOMOCHITTO BB26 | 2,008 | 70 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 5.8 in |
Alcorn State University has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.4") and September the driest (3.4").