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Weather & Climate in Blue Eye, AR
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Blue Eye enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 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 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,287 feet.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,287 ft (392 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 263/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4967°N, 93.3977°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Carroll County County |
| Nearest Airport | Marion County Regional (FLP) 47 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 64.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 84.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 15.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
40 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jun 4, 2014 | 3 km ESE of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas | M3.8 | 145 km | 0 km |
| Sep 12, 2019 | 13 km N of Big Flat, Arkansas | M3.7 | 98 km | 18 km |
| Jun 11, 2017 | 6 km NNE of Bergman, Arkansas | M3.6 | 39 km | 6 km |
| Nov 15, 1990 | 16 km NNW of Hector, Arkansas | M3.5 | 104 km | 29 km |
| Jun 27, 2000 | 15 km WSW of Marshall, Arkansas | M3.4 | 91 km | 0 km |
| May 22, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas | M3.4 | 147 km | 5 km |
| May 24, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas | M3.4 | 147 km | 6 km |
| Apr 16, 2011 | 9 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas | M3.0 | 144 km | 3 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas | M2.9 | 39 km | 6 km |
| Aug 27, 2009 | 11 km S of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas | M2.8 | 149 km | 6 km |
| Sep 16, 1990 | 6 km S of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas | M2.8 | 147 km | 2 km |
| Mar 12, 1990 | 9 km NNE of Briarcliff, Arkansas | M2.8 | 104 km | 0 km |
| Apr 3, 2013 | 10 km WSW of Clinton, Arkansas | M2.8 | 129 km | 0 km |
| Jul 28, 2016 | 4 km ENE of Dover, Arkansas | M2.8 | 123 km | 2 km |
| Jan 7, 2009 | 10 km WSW of Clinton, Arkansas | M2.7 | 127 km | 0 km |
| Nov 26, 1999 | 9 km NNE of Mountain Home, Arkansas | M2.7 | 94 km | 3 km |
| Jul 3, 2014 | 6 km S of Yellville, Arkansas | M2.7 | 74 km | 8 km |
| Sep 5, 2013 | 17 km W of Dennard, Arkansas | M2.7 | 105 km | 4 km |
| Jan 27, 2014 | Arkansas | M2.7 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2017 | 14 km SW of Mountain View, Arkansas | M2.7 | 129 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
467 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 40 fatalities, 630 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 1991 | EF4 | 68 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| May 26, 2024 | EF3 | 72 km | 34.6 mi | 1 |
| May 26, 2024 | EF3 | 47 km | 21.6 mi | 4 |
| Mar 30, 2022 | EF3 | 80 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 2008 | EF3 | 90 km | 50.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 65 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 96 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 86 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 21, 1996 | EF3 | 87 km | 15.0 mi | 2 |
| Nov 18, 1985 | EF3 | 74 km | 34.0 mi | 3 |
| Apr 29, 1983 | EF3 | 78 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 41 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF3 | 92 km | 29.1 mi | 1 |
| Jun 6, 1974 | EF3 | 93 km | 11.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1973 | EF3 | 45 km | 7.8 mi | 1 |
| Dec 14, 1971 | EF3 | 77 km | 23.6 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1968 | EF3 | 92 km | 7.3 mi | 3 |
| May 7, 1961 | EF3 | 69 km | 14.2 mi | 3 |
| May 7, 1961 | EF3 | 87 km | 43.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 24, 1954 | EF3 | 81 km | 20.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (14,993 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 14,993 | 91 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 14,774 | 97 km |
| 2007 | DEAD HORSE | 10,389 | 93 km |
| 2004 | LOWER WILD | 10,034 | 93 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 9,368 | 92 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 9,226 | 94 km |
| 2013 | LOWER WILDERNESS RX | 8,699 | 93 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 8,286 | 97 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 7,919 | 90 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 7,804 | 90 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 7,344 | 90 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,931 | 56 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 6,686 | 56 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 6,457 | 99 km |
| 2010 | BRUSHY/CLAYTON | 6,401 | 57 km |
| 2020 | BIG CREEK | 6,399 | 56 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 6,354 | 82 km |
| 2010 | LITTLE PINEY | 5,782 | 92 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 5,504 | 84 km |
| 2006 | SULPHUR CREEK 2 | 5,469 | 97 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.3 in |
Blue Eye has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 37°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (2.1").