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Weather & Climate in Holcomb, MS
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Holcomb enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 299 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 61.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7642°N, 89.9732°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Grenada County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tupelo Regional (TUP) 77 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 55.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 96.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 68.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
12 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Jan 8, 2019 | 8 km WNW of Hollandale, Mississippi | M3.7 | 109 km | 16 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.2 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jun 29, 2015 | 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.2 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Aug 11, 1996 | 9 km WSW of Shaw, Mississippi | M3.1 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Oct 26, 2002 | 3 km SE of Alligator, Mississippi | M3.1 | 75 km | 3 km |
| May 10, 2008 | 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi | M3.1 | 124 km | 0 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.0 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Aug 11, 2002 | 8 km ESE of Darling, Mississippi | M2.8 | 67 km | 4 km |
| Aug 9, 2019 | Mississippi | M2.8 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Feb 25, 1999 | 10 km NE of Oakland, Mississippi | M2.8 | 42 km | 5 km |
| Feb 11, 1991 | 10 km SSW of Clarksdale, Mississippi | M2.7 | 69 km | 12 km |
| Aug 17, 2015 | 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi | M2.6 | 136 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
2 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 1 | — | 282 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 1 | 92 mph | 214 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
464 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 79 fatalities, 668 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Dec 23, 2015 | EF4 | 96 km | 75.1 mi | 9 |
| Jan 19, 1988 | EF4 | 77 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 11, 1963 | EF4 | 73 km | 45.2 mi | 2 |
| Mar 24, 2023 | EF3 | 51 km | 29.4 mi | 3 |
| Dec 23, 2015 | EF3 | 73 km | 61.6 mi | 2 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 66 km | 70.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 62 km | 13.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 61 km | 51.5 mi | 4 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 76 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 1, 2011 | EF3 | 82 km | 23.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 2010 | EF3 | 98 km | 9.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 5, 2008 | EF3 | 83 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Jan 10, 2008 | EF3 | 82 km | 23.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 10, 2008 | EF3 | 96 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF3 | 85 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2001 | EF3 | 65 km | 52.0 mi | 6 |
| Feb 24, 2001 | EF3 | 36 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 3, 2000 | EF3 | 60 km | 43.2 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1997 | EF3 | 70 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF3 | 61 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: COMP 109 (3,663 acres, 2010).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2010 | COMP 109 | 3,663 | 87 km |
| 2022 | HOLLY SPRINGS BB 119/90/88 | 2,955 | 96 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,887 | 99 km |
| 2006 | WITCHDCE W | 2,846 | 97 km |
| 2014 | C-84 BAGLEY BOTTOMS | 2,766 | 95 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,645 | 87 km |
| 2013 | MIDWAY CEM PRESCRIBED BURN | 2,513 | 98 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,376 | 28 km |
| 2007 | WITCHDANCE EAST | 2,285 | 99 km |
| 2013 | PUSKUS LAKE | 2,271 | 94 km |
| 2021 | TOMBIGBEE CPT - 18/19/23/24 | 2,201 | 97 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,162 | 94 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,073 | 96 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 1,982 | 100 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,916 | 100 km |
| 2021 | TOMBIGBEE CPT 21.22.26.27 | 1,889 | 100 km |
| 2014 | C-109 | 1,863 | 89 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,841 | 90 km |
| 2024 | HOLLY SPRINGS IU 130-1 RX | 1,839 | 28 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 1,822 | 100 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in |
Holcomb has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 43°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and August the driest (3.0").