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Weather & Climate in Rison, AR
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rison enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 323 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 43. The city sits at an elevation of 228 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 228 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 295/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9600°N, 92.1936°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Cleveland County County |
| Nearest Airport | Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 9.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 90.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 8.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
180 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M4.7 | 146 km | 3 km |
| May 4, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas | M4.3 | 143 km | 8 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M4.1 | 147 km | 6 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 3 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 146 km | 6 km |
| Feb 17, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.8 | 147 km | 6 km |
| Jan 8, 2019 | 8 km WNW of Hollandale, Mississippi | M3.7 | 144 km | 16 km |
| Apr 7, 2011 | 2 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.7 | 144 km | 6 km |
| Feb 20, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 147 km | 4 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 2 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 145 km | 6 km |
| Mar 9, 2011 | 1 km NW of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 144 km | 6 km |
| Feb 25, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 147 km | 6 km |
| Mar 3, 2011 | 0 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 144 km | 7 km |
| Feb 16, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 147 km | 7 km |
| Feb 24, 2011 | 4 km SSW of Guy, Arkansas | M3.4 | 148 km | 4 km |
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km S of Guy, Arkansas | M3.4 | 148 km | 2 km |
| Feb 26, 2011 | 5 km SSW of Guy, Arkansas | M3.4 | 147 km | 3 km |
| Apr 7, 2011 | 1 km E of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 142 km | 6 km |
| Feb 19, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 146 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 1 | — | 234 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
476 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 55 fatalities, 880 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 77 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 75 km | 11.0 mi | 5 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 69 km | 14.0 mi | 10 |
| Mar 28, 1975 | EF4 | 46 km | 5.4 mi | 7 |
| Apr 3, 1968 | EF4 | 32 km | 33.7 mi | 5 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 89 km | 34.2 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF3 | 81 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2007 | EF3 | 48 km | 29.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2001 | EF3 | 77 km | 42.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 41 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 62 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 69 km | 39.0 mi | 3 |
| May 27, 1996 | EF3 | 66 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 9, 1984 | EF3 | 92 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1983 | EF3 | 86 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1983 | EF3 | 28 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1982 | EF3 | 72 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 2, 1982 | EF3 | 74 km | 18.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 76 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1979 | EF3 | 86 km | 62.4 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,134 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,134 | 96 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,066 | 46 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,042 | 73 km |
| 2012 | LACEY | 1,439 | 61 km |
| 2010 | DREW | 1,283 | 77 km |
| 2006 | SHALLOW LAKE ROAD WEST 2 H | 1,146 | 93 km |
| 2013 | SINGLETON CREEK | 1,124 | 64 km |
| 2007 | BOULDIN HOUSE N 3F | 1,061 | 95 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,057 | 89 km |
| 2012 | ROSE HILL | 1,002 | 90 km |
| 2011 | SHALLOW LAKE WEST | 900 | 93 km |
| 2000 | SHALLOW LAKE W | 892 | 93 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 889 | 94 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 839 | 95 km |
| 2010 | EAST CAMDEN | 837 | 58 km |
| 1989 | SHALLOW LAKE | 820 | 93 km |
| 1996 | RIDGE ROAD | 804 | 93 km |
| 2006 | PINE ISLAND | 757 | 92 km |
| 2014 | ARFSR-FY14-RX-JONES LAKE | 752 | 87 km |
| 1995 | BOULDINHSE | 748 | 95 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 5.3 in |
Rison has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 43°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (3.2").