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Weather & Climate in Golden, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Golden 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 387 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 | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0307°N, 94.9030°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | McCurtain County County |
| Nearest Airport | Texarkana Regional-Webb Field (TXK) 64 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
93 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 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Aug 24, 2021 | 1 km S of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 128 km | 7 km |
| Aug 18, 2019 | 1 km ENE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 129 km | 6 km |
| Aug 22, 2021 | 3 km ESE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 127 km | 7 km |
| Mar 16, 1997 | 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas | M3.4 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2002 | 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 112 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2021 | 2 km E of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 128 km | 8 km |
| Feb 25, 2009 | 4 km SE of Ashland, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 2 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 127 km | 6 km |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 3 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 127 km | 6 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 7 km ENE of Centrahoma, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 142 km | 1 km |
| Jun 24, 2013 | 6 km W of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Aug 12, 2019 | 1 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2022 | 10 km W of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 133 km | 13 km |
| Mar 14, 2022 | 12 km E of Crowder, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 133 km | 8 km |
| Jan 7, 2018 | 7 km SW of Indianola, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Oct 1, 2010 | 7 km SE of Stuart, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Feb 3, 2009 | 2 km SSE of Centrahoma, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Aug 29, 2024 | 10 km SW of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 134 km | 25 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 | — | 282 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
435 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 52 fatalities, 652 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF5 | 62 km | 53.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 92 km | 44.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 66 km | 60.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 79 km | 23.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 59 km | 45.0 mi | 3 |
| May 13, 1981 | EF4 | 79 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF4 | 84 km | 10.7 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 1971 | EF4 | 73 km | 5.1 mi | 1 |
| May 5, 1961 | EF4 | 79 km | 26.4 mi | 16 |
| May 4, 1960 | EF4 | 74 km | 30.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 81 km | 13.0 mi | 7 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 86 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 39 km | 37.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 78 km | 14.8 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 98 km | 71.5 mi | 1 |
| Nov 22, 1983 | EF3 | 72 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 23, 1982 | EF3 | 92 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 97 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 46 km | 52.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 1, 1977 | EF3 | 87 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: 40 ACRE TURNAROUND (13,985 acres, 2009).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2009 | 40 ACRE TURNAROUND | 13,985 | 99 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 10,444 | 69 km |
| 2007 | BRANTLEY CABIN | 9,666 | 36 km |
| 2021 | BILLY CREEK | 9,236 | 76 km |
| 2011 | TI VALLEY | 9,205 | 98 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 8,795 | 100 km |
| 2018 | SIX THOUSAND | 8,455 | 96 km |
| 2016 | DOG HOUSE FIRE | 8,304 | 92 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 8,217 | 43 km |
| 2005 | PINE SPRINGS | 7,709 | 89 km |
| 2009 | BULL | 7,241 | 91 km |
| 2023 | RX CEDAR MTN | 7,175 | 21 km |
| 2006 | GOAT HILL | 7,115 | 96 km |
| 2006 | MILL CREEK | 6,577 | 97 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 6,409 | 43 km |
| 2011 | MAIN STREET | 6,024 | 100 km |
| 2020 | ASHFORD WELCH | 5,976 | 34 km |
| 2022 | LITTLE MISSOURI | 5,624 | 98 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 5,452 | 99 km |
| 2024 | RX LITTLE MISSOURI | 5,312 | 98 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in |
Golden has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 41°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (2.6").