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Weather & Climate in Norman, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Norman enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 314 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 33.8 inches. The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
| Area | 10.6 sq mi (27.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 720/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2406°N, 97.3453°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Cleveland County County |
| Nearest Airport | Will Rogers World (OKC) 18 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 91.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 26.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 55.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| 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
4,269 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 | 137 km | 6 km |
| Feb 3, 2024 | 8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma | M5.1 | 62 km | 3 km |
| Apr 7, 2018 | 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma | M4.6 | 118 km | 6 km |
| Apr 9, 2018 | 8 km NNE of Marshall, Oklahoma | M4.6 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Sep 6, 1997 | 6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Jul 27, 2015 | 4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Dec 7, 2013 | 8 km SW of Arcadia, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 41 km | 8 km |
| Aug 19, 2014 | 12 km SSW of Guthrie, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2013 | Oklahoma | M4.4 | 55 km | 6 km |
| Jun 17, 2015 | 6 km ESE of Covington, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 117 km | 6 km |
| Jun 16, 2014 | 7 km NNE of Lake Aluma, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 40 km | 5 km |
| Jan 13, 2024 | 6 km W of Arcadia, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 48 km | 7 km |
| Jul 17, 2016 | 5 km W of Lucien, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 1995 | 4 km SSE of Erin Springs, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 57 km | 5 km |
| Apr 19, 2015 | 6 km W of Langston, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 79 km | 3 km |
| Feb 5, 2021 | 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 118 km | 7 km |
| Mar 5, 2018 | 5 km NNW of Breckinridge, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 143 km | 8 km |
| Mar 30, 2014 | 2 km S of Marshall, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Mar 29, 2016 | 4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Jan 1, 2016 | 6 km ENE of Edmond, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 48 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
1,083 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 146 fatalities, 2,489 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 20, 2013 | EF5 | 26 km | 13.9 mi | 24 |
| May 24, 2011 | EF5 | 88 km | 63.1 mi | 9 |
| May 3, 1999 | EF5 | 48 km | 37.0 mi | 36 |
| May 5, 1960 | EF5 | 38 km | 71.8 mi | 5 |
| May 9, 2016 | EF4 | 76 km | 8.9 mi | 1 |
| May 19, 2013 | EF4 | 4 km | 23.0 mi | 2 |
| May 24, 2011 | EF4 | 53 km | 23.1 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2011 | EF4 | 62 km | 33.3 mi | 1 |
| May 10, 2010 | EF4 | 10 km | 22.3 mi | 1 |
| May 10, 2010 | EF4 | 15 km | 24.0 mi | 2 |
| May 8, 2003 | EF4 | 20 km | 17.3 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1999 | EF4 | 94 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| May 3, 1999 | EF4 | 77 km | 35.0 mi | 2 |
| May 22, 1981 | EF4 | 93 km | 16.7 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1981 | EF4 | 69 km | 33.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1978 | EF4 | 53 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1973 | EF4 | 59 km | 13.3 mi | 2 |
| Apr 19, 1972 | EF4 | 98 km | 28.2 mi | 5 |
| Oct 5, 1970 | EF4 | 39 km | 25.0 mi | 4 |
| May 4, 1960 | EF4 | 59 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ARBUCKLE (29,823 acres, 1991).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1991 | ARBUCKLE | 29,823 | 97 km |
| 2021 | WINDMILL | 28,410 | 94 km |
| 2009 | RATCLIFF CITY-TATUMS | 23,099 | 84 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 15,416 | 89 km |
| 2006 | RATLIFF CITY | 12,435 | 92 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 9,943 | 94 km |
| 2005 | WEWOKA CREEK | 9,921 | 88 km |
| 2005 | BEAR DEN | 9,004 | 89 km |
| 2009 | MULHALL-PAYNE COUNTY | 8,186 | 97 km |
| 2005 | SHERWOOD | 7,473 | 76 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 7,228 | 98 km |
| 2012 | NOBLE | 7,037 | 13 km |
| 2005 | MISSION | 6,735 | 62 km |
| 2006 | PRAGUE | 6,431 | 75 km |
| 2006 | VELMA | 6,364 | 87 km |
| 2009 | LINDSAY | 6,195 | 43 km |
| 1996 | TURNPIKE MVD | 5,912 | 89 km |
| 2005 | ANTIOCH | 5,513 | 61 km |
| 2012 | NINNEKAH | 5,438 | 59 km |
| 2006 | CHANDLER | 5,089 | 58 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
Norman has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 41°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.3").