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Weather & Climate in Okolona, MS
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Okolona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°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 59.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 365/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0051°N, 88.7477°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lee County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tupelo Regional (TUP) 18 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 81.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 62.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 63.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
46 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Jun 30, 2015 | 12 km W of Union, Alabama | M3.5 | 130 km | 0 km |
| May 28, 1995 | 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama | M3.4 | 124 km | 1 km |
| Jul 15, 1995 | 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama | M3.3 | 116 km | 1 km |
| Sep 2, 1990 | 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama | M3.2 | 81 km | 1 km |
| Jun 23, 1990 | 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama | M3.2 | 77 km | 1 km |
| May 10, 2008 | 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi | M3.1 | 39 km | 0 km |
| Jun 23, 1990 | 8 km N of Belk, Alabama | M3.1 | 81 km | 6 km |
| Mar 12, 2015 | 14 km W of Union, Alabama | M3.1 | 131 km | 0 km |
| Jun 28, 2008 | 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama | M3.1 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama | M3.1 | 133 km | 0 km |
| May 28, 2000 | 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama | M3.0 | 93 km | 0 km |
| May 4, 1994 | 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama | M3.0 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Sep 11, 1992 | 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama | M3.0 | 148 km | 7 km |
| May 4, 1994 | 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama | M3.0 | 145 km | 19 km |
| May 4, 2007 | 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama | M3.0 | 136 km | 5 km |
| May 28, 2000 | 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama | M3.0 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Jan 5, 2012 | 11 km NW of Oakman, Alabama | M2.9 | 119 km | 8 km |
| Sep 13, 1998 | 6 km NNE of Coker, Alabama | M2.9 | 129 km | 16 km |
| Jun 25, 2020 | 4 km NNW of Berry, Alabama | M2.9 | 110 km | 1 km |
| Feb 25, 1999 | 10 km NE of Oakland, Mississippi | M2.8 | 102 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
3 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 1 | — | 290 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 1 | — | 242 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 1 | — | 298 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
540 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 220 fatalities, 1,827 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF5 | 28 km | 37.1 mi | 23 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF5 | 56 km | 132.0 mi | 72 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 60 km | 79.5 mi | 28 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF4 | 99 km | 127.8 mi | 13 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 96 km | 110.6 mi | 3 |
| Apr 19, 1970 | EF4 | 83 km | 47.6 mi | 4 |
| Apr 29, 1963 | EF4 | 13 km | 4.7 mi | 3 |
| Mar 24, 2023 | EF3 | 17 km | 36.6 mi | 2 |
| Feb 23, 2019 | EF3 | 65 km | 9.7 mi | 1 |
| Apr 28, 2014 | EF3 | 26 km | 31.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 85 km | 70.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 79 km | 13.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 89 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 74 km | 31.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 62 km | 51.5 mi | 4 |
| May 2, 2010 | EF3 | 97 km | 29.6 mi | 3 |
| May 8, 2008 | EF3 | 29 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 5, 2008 | EF3 | 85 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Jan 10, 2008 | EF3 | 52 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 91 km | 72.6 mi | 7 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: COMP 109 (3,663 acres, 2010).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2010 | COMP 109 | 3,663 | 70 km |
| 2016 | MSNXR FY16 RX 1703B | 3,633 | 87 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 3,616 | 88 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 3,605 | 88 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 3,593 | 89 km |
| 2014 | C-55 CHILLI LAKE | 3,555 | 83 km |
| 1987 | 10 NOVEMBER | 3,301 | 87 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,152 | 97 km |
| 2014 | C-39 EAST CHEWALLA | 3,107 | 97 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,053 | 87 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,031 | 82 km |
| 2022 | HOLLY SPRINGS BB 119/90/88 | 2,955 | 81 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,887 | 89 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,848 | 94 km |
| 2020 | TOMBIGBEE COMP 54/55/56 | 2,846 | 87 km |
| 2006 | WITCHDCE W | 2,846 | 19 km |
| 2014 | C-84 BAGLEY BOTTOMS | 2,766 | 81 km |
| 2022 | TOMBIGBEE BB 54 55 56 | 2,736 | 87 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,645 | 69 km |
| 2013 | MIDWAY CEM PRESCRIBED BURN | 2,513 | 80 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 6.1 in |
Okolona has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 43°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and August the driest (3.1").