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Weather & Climate in Grady, AR
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Grady enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°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 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 178 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 178 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 89/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0725°N, 91.6976°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Jefferson County County |
| Nearest Airport | Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF) 15 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 85.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 93.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 67.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
185 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M4.7 | 146 km | 3 km |
| May 4, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas | M4.3 | 141 km | 8 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M4.1 | 147 km | 6 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 3 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 146 km | 6 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.8 | 146 km | 6 km |
| Apr 7, 2011 | 2 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.7 | 145 km | 6 km |
| Jan 8, 2019 | 8 km WNW of Hollandale, Mississippi | M3.7 | 120 km | 16 km |
| Feb 20, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 147 km | 4 km |
| Feb 16, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 146 km | 7 km |
| Mar 3, 2011 | 0 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 145 km | 7 km |
| Mar 9, 2011 | 1 km NW of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 145 km | 6 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 2 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 146 km | 6 km |
| Feb 25, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 148 km | 6 km |
| Feb 19, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 147 km | 7 km |
| Feb 24, 2011 | 4 km SSW of Guy, Arkansas | M3.4 | 148 km | 4 km |
| Feb 21, 2011 | 3 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 147 km | 6 km |
| Apr 7, 2011 | 1 km E of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km S of Guy, Arkansas | M3.4 | 147 km | 2 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 | — | 265 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
489 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 70 fatalities, 1,020 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF4 | 87 km | 30.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 91 km | 14.0 mi | 10 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 85 km | 11.0 mi | 5 |
| Apr 17, 1978 | EF4 | 93 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 1975 | EF4 | 70 km | 5.4 mi | 7 |
| Apr 3, 1968 | EF4 | 22 km | 33.7 mi | 5 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 93 km | 7.6 mi | 2 |
| Dec 23, 2015 | EF3 | 91 km | 61.6 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF3 | 48 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2007 | EF3 | 37 km | 29.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2001 | EF3 | 50 km | 42.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 88 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 78 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 97 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 85 km | 39.0 mi | 3 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 87 km | 39.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1983 | EF3 | 35 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1983 | EF3 | 50 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 2, 1982 | EF3 | 91 km | 18.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 8, 1979 | EF3 | 93 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
8 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,066 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,066 | 80 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,042 | 93 km |
| 2012 | LACEY | 1,439 | 70 km |
| 2010 | DREW | 1,283 | 70 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,194 | 88 km |
| 2013 | SINGLETON CREEK | 1,124 | 85 km |
| 2013 | FOUNTAIN HILL | 655 | 85 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 627 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.3 in |
Grady has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 43°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (3.1").