All Countries
Weather & Climate in Arkadelphia, AR
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Arkadelphia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 301 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 54.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 241 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 241 ft (73 m) |
| Area | 7.3 sq mi (18.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,335/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1274°N, 93.0709°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Clark County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bill And Hillary Clinton Ntl/Adams Field (LIT) 64 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 41.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 68.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 32.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
185 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M4.7 | 143 km | 3 km |
| May 4, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas | M4.3 | 143 km | 8 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M4.1 | 142 km | 6 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 3 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 142 km | 6 km |
| Feb 17, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.8 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Apr 7, 2011 | 2 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.7 | 140 km | 6 km |
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 142 km | 4 km |
| Feb 20, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Feb 25, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Mar 3, 2011 | 0 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 139 km | 7 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 2 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 141 km | 6 km |
| Feb 16, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 143 km | 7 km |
| Mar 9, 2011 | 1 km NW of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 139 km | 6 km |
| May 24, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas | M3.4 | 134 km | 6 km |
| May 22, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas | M3.4 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Feb 19, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 142 km | 7 km |
| Feb 21, 2011 | 3 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 141 km | 6 km |
| Feb 24, 2011 | 4 km SSW of Guy, Arkansas | M3.4 | 145 km | 4 km |
| Mar 16, 1997 | 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas | M3.4 | 35 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 1 | — | 237 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
439 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 77 fatalities, 1,140 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 27, 2014 | EF4 | 82 km | 41.1 mi | 16 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 7 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 86 km | 11.0 mi | 5 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 67 km | 14.0 mi | 10 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 35 km | 27.0 mi | 6 |
| Dec 19, 1957 | EF4 | 88 km | 17.7 mi | 2 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 88 km | 13.0 mi | 7 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 86 km | 34.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2011 | EF3 | 52 km | 16.8 mi | 1 |
| Nov 27, 2005 | EF3 | 78 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 99 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 5, 1999 | EF3 | 55 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 76 km | 39.0 mi | 3 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 38 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 47 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF3 | 68 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1996 | EF3 | 20 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1996 | EF3 | 31 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 9, 1984 | EF3 | 45 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1983 | EF3 | 94 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (9,749 acres, 2003).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 9,749 | 85 km |
| 2010 | W72 BLOOD SPRINGS | 8,674 | 83 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 8,607 | 88 km |
| 2006 | NO MANS LAND | 8,250 | 80 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 7,347 | 93 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,804 | 97 km |
| 2010 | WEST GRAPEVINE RX | 5,878 | 94 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,759 | 94 km |
| 2022 | LITTLE MISSOURI | 5,624 | 89 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 5,604 | 87 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 5,428 | 94 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 5,396 | 88 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 5,333 | 94 km |
| 2024 | RX LITTLE MISSOURI | 5,312 | 89 km |
| 2006 | FLATSIDE | 5,256 | 79 km |
| 2021 | LITTLE FIR 16 | 5,096 | 66 km |
| 2024 | RX MIDDLE NORTH FORK UNITS 3/4/5/6 | 4,854 | 73 km |
| 2020 | VANDERSLICE 1 AND 2 | 4,647 | 69 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,553 | 82 km |
| 2022 | NO MANS LAND SOUTH | 4,544 | 79 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (6°C) | 5.0 in |
Arkadelphia has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 43°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.8") and August the driest (3.2").