Weather & Climate in Preston, OK

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Preston 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 791 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	60.0°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	791 ft (241 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	417/sq mi
Coordinates	35.7114°N, 95.9889°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Okmulgee County County
Nearest Airport	Okmulgee Regional/Paul And Betty Abbott Field (OKM) 5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (May) 5.47"

Driest Month (Jan) 1.61"

Air Quality

AQI Median	45.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	74.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	82.1 / 100
Community Resilience	28.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Very High
Drought	Relatively High
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3,263 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	116 km	6 km
Feb 3, 2024	8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma	M5.1	73 km	3 km
Jul 27, 2015	4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma	M4.5	146 km	5 km
Sep 6, 1997	6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma	M4.5	124 km	5 km
Dec 7, 2013	8 km SW of Arcadia, Oklahoma	M4.5	127 km	8 km
Aug 19, 2014	12 km SSW of Guthrie, Oklahoma	M4.4	134 km	5 km
Apr 16, 2013	Oklahoma	M4.4	99 km	6 km
Jun 16, 2014	7 km NNE of Lake Aluma, Oklahoma	M4.3	128 km	5 km
Jan 13, 2024	6 km W of Arcadia, Oklahoma	M4.3	127 km	7 km
Apr 16, 2013	3 km WSW of Wellston, Oklahoma	M4.2	100 km	7 km
Jul 14, 2017	10 km WSW of Shamrock, Oklahoma	M4.2	65 km	7 km
Apr 19, 2015	6 km W of Langston, Oklahoma	M4.2	124 km	3 km
Jun 21, 2020	9 km NW of Perry, Oklahoma	M4.2	143 km	8 km
Aug 3, 2017	6 km ENE of Edmond, Oklahoma	M4.2	128 km	5 km
Apr 7, 2014	6 km NNW of Meridian, Oklahoma	M4.2	118 km	5 km
Apr 7, 2016	1 km E of Luther, Oklahoma	M4.2	107 km	6 km
Mar 29, 2016	4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma	M4.2	147 km	5 km
Jan 27, 2015	3 km SE of Perry, Oklahoma	M4.2	130 km	3 km
Jan 1, 2016	6 km ENE of Edmond, Oklahoma	M4.2	128 km	6 km
Jan 13, 2024	6 km ENE of Edmond, Oklahoma	M4.1	128 km	7 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Tornado History

914 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 88 fatalities, 1,474 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Path	Fatalities
May 5, 1960	EF5	98 km	71.8 mi	5
May 6, 2024	EF4	76 km	40.8 mi	2
Apr 24, 1993	EF4	51 km	5.5 mi	7
Apr 26, 1991	EF4	70 km	32.0 mi	1
Apr 26, 1991	EF4	86 km	4.0 mi	0
Apr 29, 1984	EF4	53 km	27.0 mi	1
Apr 26, 1984	EF4	69 km	22.0 mi	3
May 17, 1981	EF4	68 km	33.6 mi	0
Jun 8, 1974	EF4	65 km	29.0 mi	14
May 26, 1973	EF4	63 km	3.6 mi	5
Oct 5, 1970	EF4	95 km	25.0 mi	4
Apr 28, 1950	EF4	80 km	4.5 mi	5
May 25, 2024	EF3	69 km	23.9 mi	2
Apr 27, 2024	EF3	89 km	27.9 mi	2
Mar 12, 2006	EF3	91 km	29.0 mi	0
May 29, 2004	EF3	57 km	7.5 mi	0
Jun 1, 1999	EF3	53 km	4.5 mi	0
Jun 1, 1999	EF3	73 km	2.0 mi	2
May 3, 1999	EF3	74 km	16.0 mi	0
Oct 4, 1998	EF3	80 km	10.0 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	52 km
2018	DRUMB	30,422	89 km
2004	UNNAMED	27,091	65 km
2021	CANDY CREEK	23,167	94 km
2011	HOG TRAP	22,895	68 km
2009	BURNT TRUST	22,578	60 km
2007	UNNAMED	18,089	77 km
1991	UNNAMED	16,700	67 km
2005	CABINESS	14,646	78 km
2004	UNNAMED	14,138	44 km
2014	UNNAMED	14,119	86 km
2016	PHAROAH	13,579	22 km
2004	UNNAMED	12,086	74 km
2023	NORTH DRUM	11,618	89 km
2011	UNNAMED	11,348	75 km
2023	ZINK	11,332	70 km
2017	MILSAP	10,879	75 km
2011	UNNAMED	10,205	48 km
2016	MAKER	9,940	68 km
2005	WEWOKA CREEK	9,921	73 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	37°F (3°C)	1.6 in	Coldest, Driest
February	42°F (5°C)	2.1 in
March	51°F (10°C)	3.5 in
April	60°F (16°C)	4.0 in
May	68°F (20°C)	5.5 in	Wettest
June	76°F (24°C)	4.5 in
July	82°F (28°C)	2.9 in	Warmest
August	81°F (27°C)	2.6 in
September	73°F (23°C)	4.7 in
October	62°F (17°C)	3.9 in
November	50°F (10°C)	3.5 in
December	41°F (5°C)	2.4 in

Preston has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 37°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.5") and January the driest (1.6").

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