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Weather & Climate in Nichols Hills, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Nichols Hills enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 320 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 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 1,191 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,948/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5464°N, 97.5433°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Oklahoma County County |
| Nearest Airport | Will Rogers World (OKC) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 97.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 49.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 39.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Very High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
5,738 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 | 112 km | 6 km |
| Feb 13, 2016 | 18 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma | M5.1 | 148 km | 8 km |
| Feb 3, 2024 | 8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma | M5.1 | 71 km | 3 km |
| Jan 7, 2016 | 16 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma | M4.7 | 150 km | 4 km |
| Apr 9, 2018 | 8 km NNE of Marshall, Oklahoma | M4.6 | 75 km | 5 km |
| Apr 7, 2018 | 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma | M4.6 | 83 km | 6 km |
| Dec 7, 2013 | 8 km SW of Arcadia, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 16 km | 8 km |
| Jul 27, 2015 | 4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 49 km | 5 km |
| Jan 31, 2022 | 7 km NW of Medford, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 147 km | 8 km |
| Sep 6, 1997 | 6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2016 | 17 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Jul 9, 2016 | 17 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 150 km | 7 km |
| Apr 16, 2013 | Oklahoma | M4.4 | 44 km | 6 km |
| Jun 9, 2018 | 8 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 143 km | 10 km |
| May 17, 2019 | 8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Aug 19, 2014 | 12 km SSW of Guthrie, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 26 km | 5 km |
| Sep 8, 2017 | 9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 129 km | 6 km |
| Jun 17, 2015 | 6 km ESE of Covington, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 82 km | 6 km |
| Jul 29, 2014 | 9 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2014 | 7 km NNE of Lake Aluma, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 14 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
1,045 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 136 fatalities, 2,500 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 20, 2013 | EF5 | 30 km | 13.9 mi | 24 |
| May 24, 2011 | EF5 | 68 km | 63.1 mi | 9 |
| May 3, 1999 | EF5 | 54 km | 37.0 mi | 36 |
| May 5, 1960 | EF5 | 63 km | 71.8 mi | 5 |
| May 19, 2013 | EF4 | 39 km | 23.0 mi | 2 |
| May 24, 2011 | EF4 | 71 km | 33.3 mi | 1 |
| May 24, 2011 | EF4 | 76 km | 23.1 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2010 | EF4 | 42 km | 22.3 mi | 1 |
| May 10, 2010 | EF4 | 29 km | 24.0 mi | 2 |
| May 8, 2003 | EF4 | 24 km | 17.3 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1999 | EF4 | 56 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| May 3, 1999 | EF4 | 39 km | 35.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF4 | 98 km | 66.0 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 1981 | EF4 | 79 km | 16.7 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1981 | EF4 | 88 km | 33.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1978 | EF4 | 19 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1974 | EF4 | 92 km | 29.0 mi | 14 |
| May 24, 1973 | EF4 | 42 km | 13.3 mi | 2 |
| Oct 5, 1970 | EF4 | 61 km | 25.0 mi | 4 |
| Jun 10, 1967 | EF4 | 75 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: 720 FIRE (8,761 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | 720 FIRE | 8,761 | 96 km |
| 2009 | MULHALL-PAYNE COUNTY | 8,186 | 66 km |
| 2012 | NOBLE | 7,037 | 51 km |
| 2005 | MISSION | 6,735 | 88 km |
| 2006 | PRAGUE | 6,431 | 82 km |
| 2012 | GLENCOE | 6,244 | 90 km |
| 2009 | LINDSAY | 6,195 | 67 km |
| 2006 | SHAMROCK | 6,177 | 98 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 5,975 | 71 km |
| 2012 | CUSHING | 5,654 | 92 km |
| 2005 | ANTIOCH | 5,513 | 96 km |
| 2012 | NINNEKAH | 5,438 | 75 km |
| 2006 | CHANDLER | 5,089 | 61 km |
| 2004 | PINE TOP | 3,382 | 99 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,326 | 62 km |
| 2005 | LITTLE RIVER 2 | 3,180 | 98 km |
| 2014 | GUTHRIE | 3,014 | 34 km |
| 2021 | 481ST FIRE | 2,868 | 99 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,752 | 96 km |
| 2006 | STRONG | 2,509 | 56 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 1.8 in |
Nichols Hills has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 39°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.2").