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Weather & Climate in Ochelata, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ochelata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 980/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6027°N, 95.9751°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Washington County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tulsa International (TUL) 28 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 54.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 59.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2,765 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 | 88 km | 6 km |
| Feb 3, 2024 | 8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma | M5.1 | 138 km | 3 km |
| Apr 9, 2018 | 8 km NNE of Marshall, Oklahoma | M4.6 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Apr 7, 2018 | 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma | M4.6 | 142 km | 6 km |
| Apr 16, 2013 | Oklahoma | M4.4 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Jun 17, 2015 | 6 km ESE of Covington, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Jul 14, 2017 | 10 km WSW of Shamrock, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 104 km | 7 km |
| Jul 17, 2016 | 5 km W of Lucien, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2013 | 3 km WSW of Wellston, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 144 km | 7 km |
| Jun 21, 2020 | 9 km NW of Perry, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 127 km | 8 km |
| Apr 19, 2015 | 6 km W of Langston, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 142 km | 3 km |
| Jan 27, 2015 | 3 km SE of Perry, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 121 km | 3 km |
| Feb 5, 2021 | 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 142 km | 7 km |
| Apr 7, 2014 | 6 km NNW of Meridian, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Feb 9, 2014 | 6 km SSW of Langston, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2010 | 8 km SE of Sparks, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Apr 27, 2015 | 7 km WSW of Langston, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Sep 18, 2015 | 3 km WNW of Cushing, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 100 km | 0 km |
| Mar 29, 2017 | 8 km W of Deer Creek, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 148 km | 3 km |
| Jun 14, 2015 | 6 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma | M4.0 | 143 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
777 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 72 fatalities, 1,528 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 6, 2024 | EF4 | 46 km | 40.8 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF4 | 87 km | 75.5 mi | 21 |
| Apr 24, 1993 | EF4 | 52 km | 5.5 mi | 7 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF4 | 69 km | 32.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF4 | 28 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 1984 | EF4 | 87 km | 27.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 26, 1984 | EF4 | 81 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| Jun 8, 1974 | EF4 | 95 km | 29.0 mi | 14 |
| Sep 27, 1959 | EF4 | 70 km | 20.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF4 | 92 km | 41.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1956 | EF4 | 92 km | 108.3 mi | 2 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 38 km | 23.9 mi | 2 |
| May 22, 2011 | EF3 | 97 km | 17.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 2006 | EF3 | 96 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2003 | EF3 | 67 km | 45.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2000 | EF3 | 78 km | 34.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 1999 | EF3 | 96 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 24, 1993 | EF3 | 54 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1992 | EF3 | 26 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1991 | EF3 | 100 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FREEDOM HILL (57,116 acres, 2012).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2012 | FREEDOM HILL | 57,116 | 73 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 51,112 | 31 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 36,112 | 12 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 32,901 | 32 km |
| 2018 | DRUMB | 30,422 | 33 km |
| 2021 | CANDY CREEK | 23,167 | 9 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 20,760 | 97 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 20,347 | 55 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 19,648 | 37 km |
| 2014 | RESERVE | 19,016 | 50 km |
| 2018 | WEST 60 | 18,715 | 50 km |
| 2015 | WOLF CREEK | 18,077 | 32 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 17,075 | 28 km |
| 2023 | HWY 123 | 14,980 | 10 km |
| 2016 | BAR-DEW LAKE | 14,806 | 26 km |
| 2014 | SPIDER | 14,587 | 43 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 14,119 | 13 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 13,265 | 96 km |
| 2023 | NORTH DRUM | 11,618 | 30 km |
| 2023 | ZINK | 11,332 | 36 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 2.1 in |
Ochelata has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 37°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (1.5").