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Weather & Climate in Kenwood, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kenwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 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 49.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 803 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.8°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 803 ft (245 m) |
| Area | 45.1 sq mi (116.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3012°N, 94.9979°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Delaware County County |
| Nearest Airport | Grand Lake Regional (NRI) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 82.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 90.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 5.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
75 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Aug 24, 2021 | 1 km S of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 137 km | 7 km |
| Aug 18, 2019 | 1 km ENE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 134 km | 6 km |
| Aug 22, 2021 | 3 km ESE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 136 km | 7 km |
| Jul 22, 2021 | 2 km E of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 135 km | 8 km |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 2 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 138 km | 6 km |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 3 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 138 km | 6 km |
| Jun 16, 2015 | 6 km NNE of Maramec, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Aug 12, 2019 | 1 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2022 | 10 km W of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 138 km | 13 km |
| Mar 14, 2022 | 12 km E of Crowder, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 142 km | 8 km |
| May 27, 2015 | 7 km NNE of Maramec, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 149 km | 6 km |
| Jun 13, 2015 | 6 km N of Maramec, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Apr 1, 2020 | 2 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 133 km | 9 km |
| Jan 8, 2016 | 7 km NNE of Maramec, Oklahoma | M3.0 | 148 km | 7 km |
| Jul 11, 2017 | 6 km N of Maramec, Oklahoma | M3.0 | 150 km | 3 km |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 6 km NNE of Maramec, Oklahoma | M2.9 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 2 km NNE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M2.9 | 133 km | 7 km |
| Feb 3, 2021 | 1 km SW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M2.9 | 137 km | 7 km |
| May 8, 2022 | 13 km WSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M2.9 | 143 km | 7 km |
| Aug 14, 2024 | 13 km WSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M2.9 | 143 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
838 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 231 fatalities, 2,583 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 22, 2011 | EF5 | 91 km | 21.6 mi | 158 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF4 | 79 km | 75.5 mi | 21 |
| Apr 24, 1993 | EF4 | 77 km | 5.5 mi | 7 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF4 | 67 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1975 | EF4 | 70 km | 11.9 mi | 3 |
| May 26, 1973 | EF4 | 88 km | 3.6 mi | 5 |
| Sep 27, 1959 | EF4 | 65 km | 20.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF4 | 52 km | 41.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 69 km | 23.9 mi | 2 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 34 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 2022 | EF3 | 78 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF3 | 96 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2011 | EF3 | 22 km | 17.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | EF3 | 51 km | 21.1 mi | 4 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 24 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 32 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 99 km | 49.0 mi | 7 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 87 km | 25.0 mi | 5 |
| Jun 1, 1999 | EF3 | 43 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 91 km | 38.2 mi | 0 |
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 | 93 km |
| 2021 | CANDY CREEK | 23,167 | 99 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 18,089 | 68 km |
| 2015 | WOLF CREEK | 18,077 | 91 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 14,119 | 90 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 12,086 | 72 km |
| 2017 | MIDDLE RIDGE | 8,501 | 87 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,657 | 88 km |
| 2017 | HILLTOP | 6,523 | 65 km |
| 2009 | TELAMAY HOLLOW | 5,686 | 35 km |
| 2017 | PERSIMMON RIDGE | 5,333 | 73 km |
| 2009 | SAWMILL HOLLOW | 5,166 | 33 km |
| 2011 | GRUBER | 4,831 | 66 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 4,546 | 33 km |
| 2005 | FLAT ROCK | 4,472 | 35 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 4,424 | 84 km |
| 1995 | F128 | 4,210 | 34 km |
| 2018 | ONION PRAIRIE | 3,917 | 99 km |
| 2024 | NATURE FIRE | 3,744 | 32 km |
| 2015 | LITTLE DEER | 3,709 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.8 in |
Kenwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 36°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.9").