Weather & Climate in Osceola, AR
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Osceola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 11.5 sq mi (29.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 595/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6942°N, 89.9934°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Tipton County County |
| Nearest Airport | Arkansas International (BYH) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 81.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 73.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 50.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
368 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| May 4, 1991 | 2 km NNW of Risco, Missouri | M4.5 | 99 km | 11 km |
| May 1, 2005 | 5 km SSE of Manila, Arkansas | M4.2 | 21 km | 10 km |
| Feb 10, 2005 | 3 km NNW of Etowah, Arkansas | M4.1 | 24 km | 15 km |
| Jun 2, 2005 | 12 km S of Ridgely, Tennessee | M4.0 | 69 km | 15 km |
| Apr 30, 2003 | 1 km N of Blytheville, Arkansas | M4.0 | 29 km | 24 km |
| Oct 29, 2012 | 8 km SW of Parkin, Arkansas | M3.9 | 80 km | 21 km |
| Feb 21, 2012 | 4 km SSE of Bertrand, Missouri | M3.9 | 141 km | 8 km |
| Aug 22, 2000 | 19 km WNW of Maynard, Arkansas | M3.9 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Oct 21, 1999 | 9 km NW of Maynard, Arkansas | M3.9 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1997 | 2 km E of Trumann, Arkansas | M3.8 | 44 km | 0 km |
| May 16, 2024 | 6 km S of Ridgely, Tennessee | M3.8 | 73 km | 8 km |
| Nov 29, 1996 | 1 km W of Blytheville, Arkansas | M3.8 | 27 km | 19 km |
| Feb 23, 2013 | 7 km SW of Trumann, Arkansas | M3.7 | 52 km | 14 km |
| Mar 2, 2010 | 2 km ENE of East Prairie, Missouri | M3.7 | 134 km | 8 km |
| Apr 24, 2019 | 12 km NNW of Dyersburg, Tennessee | M3.7 | 70 km | 14 km |
| Jan 16, 2018 | 4 km SW of Caruthersville, Missouri | M3.6 | 59 km | 9 km |
| Oct 15, 2017 | 6 km SE of Manila, Arkansas | M3.6 | 19 km | 17 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 1 km WNW of Cooter, Missouri | M3.6 | 42 km | 10 km |
| Sep 22, 2011 | 6 km E of Grandin, Missouri | M3.6 | 142 km | 11 km |
| Jan 8, 1993 | 6 km WSW of Gosnell, Arkansas | M3.5 | 26 km | 22 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
553 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 157 fatalities, 1,376 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Dec 10, 2021 | EF4 | 51 km | 81.2 mi | 8 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 89 km | 39.0 mi | 11 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF4 | 82 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 1998 | EF4 | 26 km | 5.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 87 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 41 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 19 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 80 km | 4.7 mi | 2 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 4 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 79 km | 2.0 mi | 4 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 96 km | 29.6 mi | 16 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 43 km | 6.5 mi | 17 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 30 km | 39.2 mi | 1 |
| Dec 10, 2021 | EF3 | 81 km | 122.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2020 | EF3 | 64 km | 12.5 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 2008 | EF3 | 70 km | 20.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 5, 2008 | EF3 | 67 km | 31.1 mi | 3 |
| Apr 2, 2006 | EF3 | 64 km | 18.0 mi | 16 |
| Apr 2, 2006 | EF3 | 96 km | 31.0 mi | 6 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 99 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1811 | AR: NE - NEW MADRID EARTHQUAKES | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 38 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,010 acres, 1996).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,010 | 93 km |
| 2005 | WAPANOCCA LAKE | 725 | 45 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 4.9 in |
Osceola has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 39°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.5") and August the driest (3.0").