Weather & Climate in Newkirk, OK

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Newkirk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 317 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 39.3 inches. The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 1,151 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	57.2°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,151 ft (351 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density	1,488/sq mi
Coordinates	36.8818°N, 97.0553°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Kay County County
Nearest Airport	Ponca City Regional (PNC) 11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.3"

3% above US avg

Snowfall 8.6"

Wettest Month (May) 4.65"

Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

AQI Median	45.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	79.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	67.4 / 100
Community Resilience	47.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

5,832 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.

Sep 3, 2016	14 km NW of Pawnee, Oklahoma	M5.8	52 km	6 km
Apr 9, 2018	8 km NNE of Marshall, Oklahoma	M4.6	87 km	5 km
Apr 7, 2018	5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma	M4.6	78 km	6 km
Jan 31, 2022	7 km NW of Medford, Oklahoma	M4.5	66 km	8 km
Dec 7, 2013	8 km SW of Arcadia, Oklahoma	M4.5	145 km	8 km
Jul 27, 2015	4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma	M4.5	110 km	5 km
Aug 19, 2014	12 km SSW of Guthrie, Oklahoma	M4.4	129 km	5 km
May 17, 2019	8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma	M4.4	63 km	5 km
Jul 20, 2015	7 km SSE of Byron, Oklahoma	M4.4	107 km	4 km
Jun 9, 2018	8 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma	M4.4	91 km	10 km
Apr 16, 2013	Oklahoma	M4.4	133 km	6 km
Jun 17, 2015	6 km ESE of Covington, Oklahoma	M4.3	78 km	6 km
Jul 29, 2014	9 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma	M4.3	89 km	5 km
Sep 8, 2017	9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma	M4.3	60 km	6 km
Jun 16, 2014	7 km NNE of Lake Aluma, Oklahoma	M4.3	147 km	5 km
Jan 13, 2024	6 km W of Arcadia, Oklahoma	M4.3	139 km	7 km
Feb 19, 2021	6 km SW of Manchester, Oklahoma	M4.2	93 km	7 km
Mar 4, 2018	4 km N of Breckinridge, Oklahoma	M4.2	76 km	8 km
Mar 5, 2018	5 km NNW of Breckinridge, Oklahoma	M4.2	76 km	8 km
Mar 29, 2016	4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma	M4.2	110 km	5 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Tornado History

751 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 134 fatalities, 1,381 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Path	Fatalities
Apr 26, 1991	EF5	76 km	46.0 mi	17
May 25, 1955	EF5	8 km	56.4 mi	80
May 25, 1955	EF5	27 km	28.4 mi	20
May 6, 2024	EF4	88 km	40.8 mi	2
May 12, 2004	EF4	92 km	1.2 mi	0
May 3, 1999	EF4	58 km	24.0 mi	6
Apr 26, 1991	EF4	67 km	66.0 mi	0
Apr 26, 1991	EF4	23 km	25.0 mi	1
Apr 26, 1991	EF4	93 km	32.0 mi	1
Apr 26, 1984	EF4	98 km	22.0 mi	3
Mar 16, 1965	EF4	98 km	82.7 mi	0
Apr 2, 1956	EF4	10 km	108.3 mi	2
Apr 29, 2022	EF3	84 km	12.7 mi	0
Apr 14, 2012	EF3	79 km	13.2 mi	0
Apr 14, 2012	EF3	73 km	18.1 mi	0
May 10, 2010	EF3	87 km	47.7 mi	0
Jun 12, 2004	EF3	67 km	4.0 mi	0
May 29, 2004	EF3	74 km	2.5 mi	0
May 29, 2004	EF3	75 km	2.5 mi	0
May 8, 2003	EF3	45 km	45.0 mi	0

Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (36,112 acres, 2014).

Year	Name	Acres Burned	Distance
2014	UNNAMED	36,112	89 km
2014	UNNAMED	32,901	77 km
2018	DRUMB	30,422	82 km
2021	CANDY CREEK	23,167	96 km
2015	UNNAMED	20,347	60 km
2004	UNNAMED	19,648	86 km
2014	RESERVE	19,016	63 km
2018	WEST 60	18,715	52 km
2014	UNNAMED	17,075	87 km
2023	HWY 123	14,980	92 km
2016	BAR-DEW LAKE	14,806	91 km
2014	SPIDER	14,587	64 km
2016	FERGUSON RANCH	13,625	82 km
2023	NORTH DRUM	11,618	83 km
2017	MILSAP	10,879	90 km
2021	HUGHES	10,477	91 km
2011	GREYHORSE	10,411	60 km
2015	Z BAR 7	10,170	83 km
2016	MUSTANG	10,060	95 km
2016	MAKER	9,940	99 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (1°C)	0.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	39°F (4°C)	1.3 in
March	48°F (9°C)	2.7 in
April	58°F (14°C)	3.7 in
May	67°F (19°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	76°F (25°C)	4.7 in
July	80°F (27°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	80°F (27°C)	3.4 in
September	72°F (22°C)	3.9 in
October	60°F (16°C)	3.1 in
November	47°F (8°C)	2.5 in
December	36°F (2°C)	1.6 in

Newkirk has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 33°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.9").

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