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Weather & Climate in Broken Arrow, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Broken Arrow enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 303 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 42.9 inches. The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 62.2 sq mi (161.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,841/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0365°N, 95.7810°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Tulsa County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tulsa International (TUL) 13 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 97.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 51.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 43.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2,565 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Sep 3, 2016 | 14 km NW of Pawnee, Oklahoma | M5.8 | 112 km | 6 km |
| Feb 3, 2024 | 8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma | M5.1 | 105 km | 3 km |
| Apr 16, 2013 | Oklahoma | M4.4 | 124 km | 6 km |
| Apr 7, 2016 | 1 km E of Luther, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 132 km | 6 km |
| Apr 19, 2015 | 6 km W of Langston, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 140 km | 3 km |
| Jun 21, 2020 | 9 km NW of Perry, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Apr 16, 2013 | 3 km WSW of Wellston, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 125 km | 7 km |
| Jul 14, 2017 | 10 km WSW of Shamrock, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 84 km | 7 km |
| Apr 7, 2014 | 6 km NNW of Meridian, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jan 27, 2015 | 3 km SE of Perry, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 136 km | 3 km |
| Apr 27, 2015 | 7 km WSW of Langston, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Feb 9, 2014 | 6 km SSW of Langston, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2010 | 8 km SE of Sparks, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Sep 18, 2015 | 3 km WNW of Cushing, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 92 km | 0 km |
| Sep 25, 2015 | 1 km W of Cushing, Oklahoma | M4.0 | 91 km | 3 km |
| Apr 8, 2015 | 6 km S of Guthrie, Oklahoma | M4.0 | 150 km | 2 km |
| Jun 20, 2015 | 9 km NW of Arcadia, Oklahoma | M4.0 | 148 km | 3 km |
| Apr 6, 2023 | 4 km ESE of Carney, Oklahoma | M4.0 | 110 km | 7 km |
| Aug 17, 2016 | 2 km SW of Wellston, Oklahoma | M4.0 | 124 km | 6 km |
| Jul 12, 2014 | 7 km WNW of Meridian, Oklahoma | M4.0 | 140 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
882 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 66 fatalities, 1,283 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 6, 2024 | EF4 | 61 km | 40.8 mi | 2 |
| Apr 24, 1993 | EF4 | 13 km | 5.5 mi | 7 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF4 | 46 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF4 | 68 km | 32.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 29, 1984 | EF4 | 65 km | 27.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 26, 1984 | EF4 | 74 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| Jun 8, 1974 | EF4 | 79 km | 29.0 mi | 14 |
| May 26, 1973 | EF4 | 68 km | 3.6 mi | 5 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 30 km | 23.9 mi | 2 |
| May 22, 2011 | EF3 | 94 km | 17.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 62 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2004 | EF3 | 77 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 1999 | EF3 | 48 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 1, 1999 | EF3 | 71 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1997 | EF3 | 97 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1993 | EF3 | 11 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1992 | EF3 | 41 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1984 | EF3 | 68 km | 22.0 mi | 8 |
| Nov 22, 1983 | EF3 | 95 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1981 | EF3 | 63 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FREEDOM HILL (57,116 acres, 2012).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2012 | FREEDOM HILL | 57,116 | 56 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 51,112 | 89 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 36,112 | 73 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 32,901 | 95 km |
| 2018 | DRUMB | 30,422 | 67 km |
| 2021 | CANDY CREEK | 23,167 | 63 km |
| 2009 | BURNT TRUST | 22,578 | 98 km |
| 2014 | RESERVE | 19,016 | 85 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 18,089 | 68 km |
| 2015 | WOLF CREEK | 18,077 | 89 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 17,075 | 93 km |
| 2023 | HWY 123 | 14,980 | 74 km |
| 2016 | BAR-DEW LAKE | 14,806 | 91 km |
| 2014 | SPIDER | 14,587 | 85 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 14,138 | 78 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 14,119 | 53 km |
| 2016 | PHAROAH | 13,579 | 63 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 12,086 | 68 km |
| 2023 | NORTH DRUM | 11,618 | 66 km |
| 2023 | ZINK | 11,332 | 47 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
Broken Arrow has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 40°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.7").