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Weather & Climate in Broken Bow, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Broken Bow enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°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 55.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 689/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0289°N, 94.7414°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | McCurtain County County |
| Nearest Airport | Texarkana Regional-Webb Field (TXK) 56 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 72.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 92.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 6.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
83 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.1.
| Apr 3, 2012 | 8 km SSW of Pittsburg, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Aug 24, 2021 | 1 km S of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 134 km | 7 km |
| Aug 18, 2019 | 1 km ENE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 134 km | 6 km |
| Mar 16, 1997 | 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas | M3.4 | 122 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2021 | 3 km ESE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 132 km | 7 km |
| Oct 20, 2002 | 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2021 | 2 km E of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 133 km | 8 km |
| Feb 25, 2009 | 4 km SE of Ashland, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 2 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 133 km | 6 km |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 3 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 133 km | 6 km |
| Jun 24, 2013 | 6 km W of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Aug 4, 2001 | 16 km SW of Lake Hamilton, Arkansas | M3.2 | 142 km | 0 km |
| Aug 12, 2019 | 1 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2022 | 10 km W of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 140 km | 13 km |
| Mar 14, 2022 | 12 km E of Crowder, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 140 km | 8 km |
| Oct 1, 2010 | 7 km SE of Stuart, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Aug 29, 2024 | 10 km SW of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 148 km | 25 km |
| Apr 1, 2020 | 2 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 136 km | 9 km |
| Apr 22, 2005 | 17 km N of Swink, Oklahoma | M3.0 | 45 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 | — | 273 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
440 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 55 fatalities, 629 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF5 | 77 km | 53.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 74 km | 60.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 92 km | 23.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 44 km | 45.0 mi | 3 |
| May 13, 1981 | EF4 | 93 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF4 | 88 km | 10.7 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 1971 | EF4 | 66 km | 5.1 mi | 1 |
| May 5, 1961 | EF4 | 82 km | 26.4 mi | 16 |
| May 4, 1960 | EF4 | 88 km | 30.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 67 km | 13.0 mi | 7 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 81 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 69 km | 14.8 mi | 3 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 24 km | 37.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1983 | EF3 | 77 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 23, 1982 | EF3 | 78 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 52 km | 52.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 98 km | 18.0 mi | 5 |
| Nov 1, 1977 | EF3 | 77 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 22, 1972 | EF3 | 17 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1971 | EF3 | 81 km | 20.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,593 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 10,593 | 96 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 10,444 | 80 km |
| 2007 | BRANTLEY CABIN | 9,666 | 28 km |
| 2021 | BILLY CREEK | 9,236 | 74 km |
| 2016 | DOG HOUSE FIRE | 8,304 | 98 km |
| 2006 | NO MANS LAND | 8,250 | 93 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 8,217 | 36 km |
| 2023 | RX CEDAR MTN | 7,175 | 22 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 6,409 | 36 km |
| 2020 | ASHFORD WELCH | 5,976 | 25 km |
| 2022 | LITTLE MISSOURI | 5,624 | 85 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 5,452 | 93 km |
| 2024 | RX LITTLE MISSOURI | 5,312 | 85 km |
| 2021 | BLACKFORK BRAVO | 5,150 | 90 km |
| 2024 | RX BLACKFORK BRAVO | 5,096 | 90 km |
| 2022 | MCWA NE RX | 5,063 | 34 km |
| 2022 | CARTER CREEK WEST | 4,791 | 26 km |
| 2017 | SOUTH SPRING MOUNTAIN | 4,783 | 95 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 4,658 | 95 km |
| 2022 | NO MANS LAND SOUTH | 4,544 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 in |
Broken Bow has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 41°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (2.7").