Weather & Climate in Baker, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Baker enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,848 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,848 ft (868 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 66/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8704°N, 101.0177°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Texas County County |
| Nearest Airport | Liberal Mid-America Regional (LBL) 12 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 56.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 32.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 2.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
40 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Apr 14, 2021 | 34 km NNE of Skellytown, Texas | M4.3 | 113 km | 8 km |
| May 25, 2021 | 3 km WNW of Shattuck, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 118 km | 8 km |
| Aug 15, 2017 | 28 km SSE of Protection, Kansas | M3.1 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jul 21, 2017 | 26 km SSE of Protection, Kansas | M3.1 | 146 km | 7 km |
| Aug 15, 2017 | 26 km SSE of Protection, Kansas | M3.1 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Feb 16, 2018 | 28 km ENE of Buffalo, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 149 km | 3 km |
| Oct 13, 2017 | 7 km W of Buffalo, Oklahoma | M3.0 | 116 km | 4 km |
| Mar 16, 2018 | 22 km NE of Fort Supply, Oklahoma | M3.0 | 146 km | 4 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 2 km WNW of Buffalo, Oklahoma | M3.0 | 121 km | 26 km |
| Aug 12, 2019 | 26 km ENE of Buffalo, Oklahoma | M2.9 | 146 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2013 | 8 km SE of Canadian, Texas | M2.9 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Oct 25, 2017 | 23 km NE of Buffalo, Oklahoma | M2.9 | 142 km | 8 km |
| Jun 15, 2007 | 3 km WSW of Pampa, Texas | M2.9 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 2018 | 27 km ENE of Buffalo, Oklahoma | M2.9 | 147 km | 6 km |
| Jul 24, 2017 | 26 km SSE of Protection, Kansas | M2.9 | 146 km | 3 km |
| Jun 25, 2017 | 6 km N of Buffalo, Oklahoma | M2.8 | 123 km | 3 km |
| Mar 23, 1995 | 7 km NNE of Buffalo, Oklahoma | M2.8 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Apr 9, 2018 | 23 km NE of Fort Supply, Oklahoma | M2.8 | 147 km | 4 km |
| Feb 27, 2012 | 25 km WSW of Lipscomb, Texas | M2.8 | 90 km | 5 km |
| Mar 17, 2018 | 22 km NE of Fort Supply, Oklahoma | M2.8 | 146 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
523 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 9 fatalities, 188 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 5, 1993 | EF4 | 36 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1971 | EF4 | 75 km | 15.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2023 | EF3 | 54 km | 6.3 mi | 3 |
| May 23, 2019 | EF3 | 91 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 2019 | EF3 | 94 km | 29.6 mi | 0 |
| Nov 16, 2015 | EF3 | 28 km | 51.3 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1996 | EF3 | 81 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1996 | EF3 | 27 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1993 | EF3 | 30 km | 18.5 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1993 | EF3 | 52 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1991 | EF3 | 96 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1990 | EF3 | 78 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1989 | EF3 | 34 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1987 | EF3 | 67 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1987 | EF3 | 82 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 22, 1987 | EF3 | 97 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1978 | EF3 | 77 km | 14.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1974 | EF3 | 46 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Sep 25, 1973 | EF3 | 87 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1972 | EF3 | 92 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: SLAPOUT FIRE (23,810 acres, 2024).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2024 | SLAPOUT FIRE | 23,810 | 89 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 23,123 | 65 km |
| 2011 | LIPSCOMB COUNTY COMPLEX | 23,028 | 94 km |
| 2020 | 412 FIRE | 22,069 | 43 km |
| 2022 | BEAVER RIVER FIRE | 20,512 | 26 km |
| 2011 | TUNNER | 17,774 | 76 km |
| 2022 | 23 AND DD | 8,885 | 53 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 8,750 | 67 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,815 | 73 km |
| 2021 | COBB FIRE | 7,142 | 56 km |
| 2011 | HASKELL COUNTY | 6,736 | 60 km |
| 1997 | BUOY LINE | 6,118 | 25 km |
| 2016 | OPTIMA | 5,084 | 21 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 3,967 | 99 km |
| 2017 | BLACK MONDAY | 3,376 | 33 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,303 | 75 km |
| 2017 | OKS - BEAVER | 3,168 | 46 km |
| 2022 | 23 FIRE | 2,704 | 49 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,605 | 80 km |
| 2006 | STEELER | 2,471 | 64 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.1 in |
Baker has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 36°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.4").