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Weather & Climate in Rienzi, MS
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rienzi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 302 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 60.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 474 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 474 ft (144 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 315/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7633°N, 88.5340°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Alcorn County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tupelo Regional (TUP) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 65.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 72.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 28.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
34 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Aug 25, 2015 | 9 km W of Henning, Tennessee | M3.5 | 145 km | 13 km |
| Sep 2, 1990 | 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama | M3.2 | 125 km | 1 km |
| Jun 23, 1990 | 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama | M3.2 | 123 km | 1 km |
| Nov 6, 1994 | 11 km WSW of Trenton, Tennessee | M3.1 | 140 km | 11 km |
| May 10, 2008 | 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi | M3.1 | 54 km | 0 km |
| Jun 23, 1990 | 8 km N of Belk, Alabama | M3.1 | 128 km | 6 km |
| May 4, 1994 | 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama | M3.0 | 129 km | 5 km |
| May 28, 2000 | 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama | M3.0 | 135 km | 0 km |
| May 28, 2000 | 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama | M3.0 | 125 km | 5 km |
| May 4, 1994 | 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama | M3.0 | 137 km | 19 km |
| Jan 5, 2012 | 11 km NW of Oakman, Alabama | M2.9 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Jan 2, 2000 | 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama | M2.9 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Jan 2, 2000 | 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama | M2.9 | 126 km | 13 km |
| Apr 3, 1992 | 4 km NE of Central, Tennessee | M2.9 | 148 km | 8 km |
| Jun 25, 2020 | 4 km NNW of Berry, Alabama | M2.9 | 146 km | 1 km |
| Sep 20, 1990 | 6 km N of Elkmont, Alabama | M2.8 | 146 km | 4 km |
| Jan 16, 2009 | 8 km NE of Garland, Tennessee | M2.8 | 144 km | 9 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 11 km S of Pulaski, Tennessee | M2.8 | 142 km | 20 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 7 km NW of Elkmont, Alabama | M2.8 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Feb 25, 1999 | 10 km NE of Oakland, Mississippi | M2.8 | 140 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
464 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 204 fatalities, 1,468 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF5 | 81 km | 132.0 mi | 72 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF5 | 80 km | 37.1 mi | 23 |
| Apr 16, 1998 | EF5 | 69 km | 69.4 mi | 3 |
| Feb 5, 2008 | EF4 | 61 km | 16.2 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 96 km | 39.0 mi | 11 |
| Jan 17, 1999 | EF4 | 96 km | 16.0 mi | 6 |
| May 18, 1995 | EF4 | 100 km | 29.0 mi | 3 |
| Apr 19, 1970 | EF4 | 43 km | 47.6 mi | 4 |
| Apr 29, 1963 | EF4 | 74 km | 4.7 mi | 3 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF4 | 91 km | 11.6 mi | 3 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 70 km | 46.8 mi | 38 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 51 km | 86.0 mi | 9 |
| Dec 23, 2015 | EF3 | 66 km | 48.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2014 | EF3 | 65 km | 31.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 98 km | 31.8 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 2010 | EF3 | 60 km | 29.6 mi | 3 |
| May 8, 2008 | EF3 | 61 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 5, 2008 | EF3 | 99 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 88 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 17, 1999 | EF3 | 94 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
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 | 89 km |
| 2014 | C-55 CHILLI LAKE | 3,555 | 57 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,152 | 72 km |
| 2014 | C-39 EAST CHEWALLA | 3,107 | 72 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,031 | 56 km |
| 2022 | HOLLY SPRINGS BB 119/90/88 | 2,955 | 85 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,848 | 72 km |
| 2006 | WITCHDCE W | 2,846 | 99 km |
| 2014 | C-84 BAGLEY BOTTOMS | 2,766 | 86 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,645 | 88 km |
| 2013 | MIDWAY CEM PRESCRIBED BURN | 2,513 | 83 km |
| 2007 | WITCHDANCE EAST | 2,285 | 98 km |
| 2013 | PUSKUS LAKE | 2,271 | 83 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,248 | 71 km |
| 2021 | TOMBIGBEE CPT - 18/19/23/24 | 2,201 | 100 km |
| 2022 | HOLLY SPRINGS BB 51/52/53 | 2,182 | 54 km |
| 2010 | COMP 42 | 2,142 | 72 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,073 | 86 km |
| 2022 | HOLLY SPRINGS BB10 11 12 14 | 1,977 | 46 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,972 | 68 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 6.1 in |
Rienzi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and August the driest (3.3").