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Weather & Climate in Lonoke, AR
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lonoke enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°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 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 235 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 235 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 886/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7905°N, 91.9074°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lonoke County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bill And Hillary Clinton Ntl/Adams Field (LIT) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 75.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 37.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| 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
238 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 | 67 km | 3 km |
| May 4, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas | M4.3 | 61 km | 8 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M4.1 | 69 km | 6 km |
| Oct 29, 2012 | 8 km SW of Parkin, Arkansas | M3.9 | 125 km | 21 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 3 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 67 km | 6 km |
| Feb 17, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.8 | 67 km | 6 km |
| Jun 4, 2014 | 3 km ESE of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas | M3.8 | 93 km | 0 km |
| Apr 7, 2011 | 2 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.7 | 66 km | 6 km |
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 68 km | 4 km |
| Feb 20, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Mar 3, 2011 | 0 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 67 km | 7 km |
| Mar 9, 2011 | 1 km NW of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 67 km | 6 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 2 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 67 km | 6 km |
| Nov 15, 1990 | 16 km NNW of Hector, Arkansas | M3.5 | 137 km | 29 km |
| Feb 16, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 67 km | 7 km |
| Feb 25, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 69 km | 6 km |
| May 24, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas | M3.4 | 93 km | 6 km |
| May 22, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas | M3.4 | 93 km | 5 km |
| Feb 19, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 68 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
618 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 208 fatalities, 2,562 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 27, 2014 | EF4 | 68 km | 41.1 mi | 16 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 45 km | 11.0 mi | 5 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 64 km | 14.0 mi | 10 |
| Mar 15, 1984 | EF4 | 98 km | 26.0 mi | 5 |
| May 26, 1973 | EF4 | 72 km | 54.8 mi | 3 |
| Apr 3, 1968 | EF4 | 97 km | 33.7 mi | 5 |
| Apr 10, 1965 | EF4 | 57 km | 4.7 mi | 6 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 51 km | 14.6 mi | 50 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 64 km | 13.1 mi | 29 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 13 km | 7.6 mi | 2 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 53 km | 34.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 97 km | 72.6 mi | 4 |
| Apr 30, 2010 | EF3 | 93 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF3 | 44 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 2008 | EF3 | 86 km | 45.3 mi | 5 |
| Apr 2, 2006 | EF3 | 92 km | 38.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 2005 | EF3 | 85 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 2005 | EF3 | 93 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 27, 2005 | EF3 | 83 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 48 km | 34.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
18 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,553 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,553 | 87 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,938 | 34 km |
| 2024 | RX LOWER LAKE WINONA UNIT 07 | 3,373 | 87 km |
| 2022 | HOUSTON | 3,176 | 92 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 3,052 | 97 km |
| 2021 | JWF ROCK CREEK UNIT 2 AND 3 | 2,966 | 96 km |
| 2010 | CAMP | 2,772 | 35 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,178 | 93 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,066 | 82 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 1,962 | 87 km |
| 2010 | LAKE WINONA 2 | 1,885 | 87 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,314 | 48 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 1,228 | 88 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,194 | 35 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 627 | 40 km |
| 2011 | HOWARD MT. | 593 | 97 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 520 | 97 km |
| 2010 | LAKE WINONA 1 | 515 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.0 in |
Lonoke has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 40°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (3.2").