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Weather & Climate in Fairland, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fairland enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 841 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 841 ft (256 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,102/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7514°N, 94.8473°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Ottawa County County |
| Nearest Airport | Miami Regional (MIO) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 88.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 29.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.8.
| Mar 23, 2024 | 9 km SE of Foyil, Oklahoma | M2.8 | 69 km | 5 km |
| Jan 14, 2016 | 7 km W of Talala, Oklahoma | M2.7 | 87 km | 5 km |
| Apr 3, 2016 | Arkansas-Oklahoma border region | M2.7 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Sep 3, 2015 | 6 km WSW of Vera, Oklahoma | M2.6 | 105 km | 5 km |
| May 21, 2010 | 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.6 | 66 km | 1 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 3 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas | M2.5 | 66 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
768 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 231 fatalities, 2,258 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 22, 2011 | EF5 | 40 km | 21.6 mi | 158 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF4 | 38 km | 75.5 mi | 21 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 78 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF4 | 85 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1975 | EF4 | 25 km | 11.9 mi | 3 |
| Sep 27, 1959 | EF4 | 38 km | 20.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF4 | 11 km | 41.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 96 km | 23.9 mi | 2 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 54 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 2022 | EF3 | 93 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 82 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 45 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2011 | EF3 | 30 km | 17.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | EF3 | 88 km | 21.1 mi | 4 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 97 km | 42.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 76 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 61 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 2005 | EF3 | 87 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 61 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 38 km | 25.0 mi | 5 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (51,112 acres, 2014).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 51,112 | 85 km |
| 2015 | WOLF CREEK | 18,077 | 83 km |
| 2009 | TELAMAY HOLLOW | 5,686 | 81 km |
| 2009 | SAWMILL HOLLOW | 5,166 | 79 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 4,546 | 74 km |
| 2005 | FLAT ROCK | 4,472 | 83 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 4,424 | 61 km |
| 1995 | F128 | 4,210 | 79 km |
| 2024 | NATURE FIRE | 3,744 | 78 km |
| 2015 | LITTLE DEER | 3,709 | 90 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 3,427 | 25 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 3,160 | 45 km |
| 2016 | RXBURN | 2,951 | 79 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 2,918 | 74 km |
| 2021 | BRUSH CREEK | 2,814 | 41 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,661 | 45 km |
| 2020 | TWIN PEAKS | 2,578 | 79 km |
| 2023 | RX TWIN PEAKS | 2,560 | 79 km |
| 2002 | ROUNDTPCOX | 2,248 | 79 km |
| 2017 | CHEWI PROCTOR | 2,176 | 82 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.6 in |
Fairland has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 36°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.7").