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Weather & Climate in Bennington, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bennington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 310 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 44.4 inches. The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 625 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 625 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 436/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0054°N, 96.0384°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Atoka County County |
| Nearest Airport | Durant Regional/Eaker Field (DUA) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 30.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 71.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 15.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
202 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Sep 6, 1997 | 6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Apr 3, 2012 | 8 km SSW of Pittsburg, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 72 km | 5 km |
| Aug 24, 2021 | 1 km S of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 137 km | 7 km |
| Aug 18, 2019 | 1 km ENE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 140 km | 6 km |
| Apr 7, 2021 | 7 km WSW of Horntown, Oklahoma | M3.6 | 120 km | 29 km |
| Apr 28, 2013 | 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 72 km | 5 km |
| Jun 8, 2004 | 6 km N of Lone Grove, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Mar 4, 2013 | 5 km S of Tishomingo, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 63 km | 5 km |
| Aug 7, 2024 | 9 km N of Stonewall, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 93 km | 27 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2002 | 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 30 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2021 | 3 km ESE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 139 km | 7 km |
| Aug 27, 2009 | 7 km NNW of Francis, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2021 | 2 km E of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 140 km | 8 km |
| Feb 25, 2009 | 4 km SE of Ashland, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 81 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2019 | 3 km W of Horntown, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 123 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 2002 | 15 km S of Cornish, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Sep 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Madill, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 63 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 2 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 136 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
564 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 41 fatalities, 589 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF5 | 45 km | 53.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 53 km | 44.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 92 km | 60.2 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1992 | EF4 | 83 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 55 km | 23.0 mi | 10 |
| May 13, 1981 | EF4 | 41 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1966 | EF4 | 57 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1960 | EF4 | 31 km | 30.8 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1959 | EF4 | 85 km | 6.2 mi | 7 |
| Apr 2, 1957 | EF4 | 37 km | 7.9 mi | 3 |
| Apr 2, 1957 | EF4 | 56 km | 5.2 mi | 2 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 98 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2019 | EF3 | 16 km | 27.6 mi | 2 |
| May 9, 2016 | EF3 | 6 km | 13.8 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2016 | EF3 | 70 km | 9.1 mi | 1 |
| May 25, 2015 | EF3 | 21 km | 18.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 14, 2011 | EF3 | 37 km | 17.0 mi | 2 |
| May 9, 2006 | EF3 | 84 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| May 11, 1992 | EF3 | 80 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 47 km | 32.0 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (17,973 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 17,973 | 70 km |
| 2009 | 40 ACRE TURNAROUND | 13,985 | 97 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 12,163 | 62 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,935 | 43 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 10,444 | 82 km |
| 2011 | TI VALLEY | 9,205 | 94 km |
| 2007 | EASY TO HANDLE | 9,120 | 77 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 8,795 | 78 km |
| 2017 | CHOCKIE FIRE | 8,574 | 69 km |
| 2018 | SIX THOUSAND | 8,455 | 93 km |
| 2005 | PINE SPRINGS | 7,709 | 47 km |
| 2009 | BULL | 7,241 | 82 km |
| 2006 | GOAT HILL | 7,115 | 90 km |
| 2006 | MILL CREEK | 6,577 | 42 km |
| 2011 | MAIN STREET | 6,024 | 85 km |
| 1996 | TURNPIKE MVD | 5,912 | 96 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 5,867 | 99 km |
| 2005 | CALLISBURG | 5,797 | 99 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 5,677 | 55 km |
| 2005 | ACHILLE | 4,958 | 35 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in |
Bennington has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 42°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.5") and January the driest (2.0").