Weather & Climate in Kearney Park, MS
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kearney Park enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 214 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 214 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 261/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5900°N, 90.3164°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Yazoo County County |
| Nearest Airport | Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International (JAN) 24 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 71.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 91.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 20.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 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 | 89 km | 16 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.2 | 23 km | 5 km |
| Jun 29, 2015 | 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.2 | 23 km | 5 km |
| Aug 11, 1996 | 9 km WSW of Shaw, Mississippi | M3.1 | 121 km | 10 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.0 | 19 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi | M3.0 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2019 | Mississippi | M2.8 | 28 km | 5 km |
| Aug 17, 2015 | 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi | M2.6 | 20 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
10 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 3 | 121 mph | 226 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 3 | 98 mph | 270 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 188 km |
| 2017 | Nate | Category 1 | 75 mph | 274 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 1 | - | 296 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 121 mph | 115 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 280 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 104 mph | 259 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 1 | 92 mph | 267 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 216 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
897 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 268 fatalities, 3,192 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 1966 | EF5 | 51 km | 202.5 mi | 58 |
| Dec 5, 1953 | EF5 | 62 km | 9.0 mi | 38 |
| Mar 24, 2023 | EF4 | 70 km | 59.2 mi | 17 |
| Apr 28, 2014 | EF4 | 89 km | 33.4 mi | 10 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF4 | 99 km | 122.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 24, 2010 | EF4 | 95 km | 149.0 mi | 10 |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF4 | 21 km | 11.5 mi | 2 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF4 | 69 km | 128.0 mi | 12 |
| Mar 9, 1992 | EF4 | 73 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 19, 1988 | EF4 | 93 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1976 | EF4 | 9 km | 22.3 mi | 3 |
| Mar 29, 1976 | EF4 | 95 km | 126.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF4 | 94 km | 18.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 67 km | 202.1 mi | 58 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 48 km | 65.2 mi | 13 |
| Dec 2, 1967 | EF4 | 81 km | 7.6 mi | 2 |
| Mar 11, 1963 | EF4 | 90 km | 45.2 mi | 2 |
| Mar 24, 2023 | EF3 | 84 km | 29.4 mi | 3 |
| Apr 28, 2014 | EF3 | 41 km | 29.7 mi | 1 |
| Apr 28, 2014 | EF3 | 84 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BIEN 75-78 (4,658 acres, 2014).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2014 | BIEN 75-78 | 4,658 | 81 km |
| 2021 | BIENVILLE - CPT 38-39-40 | 4,545 | 70 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 4,007 | 70 km |
| 2010 | COMP 222-223-224 | 3,745 | 77 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,547 | 61 km |
| 2010 | BIEN 1-4 | 2,983 | 61 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,935 | 76 km |
| 2021 | BIENVILLE CPT 1-4 | 2,761 | 61 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 2,436 | 65 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,388 | 70 km |
| 2022 | 508 | 2,386 | 62 km |
| 2022 | BIENVILLE CPT 89/90 | 2,341 | 99 km |
| 2021 | BIENVILLE - CPT 76/77 | 2,246 | 82 km |
| 2013 | BIEN 42-46 55 | 2,215 | 76 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,128 | 75 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 2,094 | 82 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 1,945 | 99 km |
| 2014 | BIEN 5-7 | 1,890 | 62 km |
| 2013 | BIEN 1-4 | 1,888 | 61 km |
| 2021 | BIENVILLE - CPT 45/46 | 1,861 | 75 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in |
Kearney Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and September the driest (3.3").