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Weather & Climate in Smithville, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Smithville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°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 740 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 740 ft (226 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 96/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4728°N, 94.6465°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Polk County County |
| Nearest Airport | Fort Smith Regional (FSM) 59 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 46.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 84.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 11.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
94 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.1.
| Apr 3, 2012 | 8 km SSW of Pittsburg, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Aug 24, 2021 | 1 km S of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 97 km | 7 km |
| Aug 18, 2019 | 1 km ENE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 97 km | 6 km |
| Aug 22, 2021 | 3 km ESE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 95 km | 7 km |
| Mar 16, 1997 | 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas | M3.4 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2002 | 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2021 | 2 km E of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 96 km | 8 km |
| Feb 25, 2009 | 4 km SE of Ashland, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 2 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 97 km | 6 km |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 3 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 97 km | 6 km |
| May 27, 2007 | 9 km SW of Hanna, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2013 | 6 km W of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Aug 4, 2001 | 16 km SW of Lake Hamilton, Arkansas | M3.2 | 130 km | 0 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 7 km ENE of Centrahoma, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 150 km | 1 km |
| Aug 12, 2019 | 1 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 98 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2022 | 10 km W of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 105 km | 13 km |
| Mar 14, 2022 | 12 km E of Crowder, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 108 km | 8 km |
| Jan 7, 2018 | 7 km SW of Indianola, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Oct 1, 2010 | 7 km SE of Stuart, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Apr 1, 2020 | 2 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 99 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
405 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 70 fatalities, 835 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF5 | 93 km | 53.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF5 | 81 km | 11.9 mi | 2 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 69 km | 45.0 mi | 3 |
| Mar 26, 1976 | EF4 | 52 km | 10.7 mi | 1 |
| Apr 19, 1968 | EF4 | 88 km | 2.0 mi | 14 |
| May 5, 1961 | EF4 | 45 km | 26.4 mi | 16 |
| May 5, 1960 | EF4 | 75 km | 62.4 mi | 16 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 77 km | 13.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 54 km | 37.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 30 km | 14.8 mi | 3 |
| Mar 5, 1999 | EF3 | 95 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1983 | EF3 | 48 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 23, 1982 | EF3 | 74 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 1980 | EF3 | 74 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 22, 1972 | EF3 | 66 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1971 | EF3 | 100 km | 20.3 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1961 | EF3 | 93 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1960 | EF3 | 80 km | 23.7 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF3 | 64 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1954 | EF3 | 96 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (15,318 acres, 2000).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 15,318 | 99 km |
| 2009 | 40 ACRE TURNAROUND | 13,985 | 85 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 13,929 | 98 km |
| 2016 | WEST CAVANAL FIRE | 13,100 | 66 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 11,929 | 98 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 10,593 | 49 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 10,444 | 68 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 9,749 | 94 km |
| 2007 | BRANTLEY CABIN | 9,666 | 24 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 9,483 | 81 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 9,385 | 85 km |
| 2021 | BILLY CREEK | 9,236 | 25 km |
| 2011 | TI VALLEY | 9,205 | 86 km |
| 2007 | EASY TO HANDLE | 9,120 | 99 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 8,795 | 98 km |
| 2010 | W72 BLOOD SPRINGS | 8,674 | 77 km |
| 2018 | SIX THOUSAND | 8,455 | 85 km |
| 2016 | DOG HOUSE FIRE | 8,304 | 65 km |
| 2006 | NO MANS LAND | 8,250 | 73 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 8,217 | 15 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 4.3 in |
Smithville has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (2.9").