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Weather & Climate in Sparks, OK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sparks enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°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 857 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 857 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 373/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6109°N, 96.8185°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lincoln County County |
| Nearest Airport | Shawnee Regional (SNL) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 71.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 87.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 27.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
4,708 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 | 91 km | 6 km |
| Feb 3, 2024 | 8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma | M5.1 | 10 km | 3 km |
| Apr 9, 2018 | 8 km NNE of Marshall, Oklahoma | M4.6 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Apr 7, 2018 | 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma | M4.6 | 98 km | 6 km |
| Dec 7, 2013 | 8 km SW of Arcadia, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 51 km | 8 km |
| Jul 27, 2015 | 4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 80 km | 5 km |
| Sep 6, 1997 | 6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 111 km | 5 km |
| May 17, 2019 | 8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2013 | Oklahoma | M4.4 | 26 km | 6 km |
| Aug 19, 2014 | 12 km SSW of Guthrie, Oklahoma | M4.4 | 61 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2014 | 7 km NNE of Lake Aluma, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Sep 8, 2017 | 9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 144 km | 6 km |
| Jun 17, 2015 | 6 km ESE of Covington, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 98 km | 6 km |
| Jan 13, 2024 | 6 km W of Arcadia, Oklahoma | M4.3 | 53 km | 7 km |
| Jun 21, 2020 | 9 km NW of Perry, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 96 km | 8 km |
| Mar 5, 2018 | 5 km NNW of Breckinridge, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 128 km | 8 km |
| Jan 1, 2016 | 6 km ENE of Edmond, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 54 km | 6 km |
| Aug 3, 2017 | 6 km ENE of Edmond, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Mar 4, 2018 | 4 km N of Breckinridge, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 127 km | 8 km |
| Mar 30, 2014 | 2 km S of Marshall, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 93 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
997 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 110 fatalities, 2,150 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 20, 2013 | EF5 | 82 km | 13.9 mi | 24 |
| May 5, 1960 | EF5 | 38 km | 71.8 mi | 5 |
| May 6, 2024 | EF4 | 90 km | 40.8 mi | 2 |
| May 19, 2013 | EF4 | 59 km | 23.0 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2010 | EF4 | 72 km | 24.0 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2010 | EF4 | 73 km | 22.3 mi | 1 |
| May 8, 2003 | EF4 | 72 km | 17.3 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1999 | EF4 | 83 km | 35.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF4 | 68 km | 32.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 29, 1984 | EF4 | 47 km | 27.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 26, 1984 | EF4 | 56 km | 22.0 mi | 3 |
| May 17, 1981 | EF4 | 35 km | 33.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1978 | EF4 | 84 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1974 | EF4 | 41 km | 29.0 mi | 14 |
| Oct 5, 1970 | EF4 | 33 km | 25.0 mi | 4 |
| May 4, 1960 | EF4 | 74 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 14, 1957 | EF4 | 83 km | 67.5 mi | 2 |
| May 1, 1954 | EF4 | 55 km | 59.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1950 | EF4 | 70 km | 4.5 mi | 5 |
| Nov 3, 2024 | EF3 | 62 km | 2.4 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 | 62 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 27,091 | 87 km |
| 2011 | HOG TRAP | 22,895 | 82 km |
| 2009 | BURNT TRUST | 22,578 | 92 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 16,700 | 93 km |
| 2005 | CABINESS | 14,646 | 97 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 14,138 | 93 km |
| 2016 | PHAROAH | 13,579 | 66 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 11,348 | 95 km |
| 2023 | ZINK | 11,332 | 98 km |
| 2017 | MILSAP | 10,879 | 92 km |
| 2011 | GREYHORSE | 10,411 | 99 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 10,205 | 65 km |
| 2016 | MAKER | 9,940 | 94 km |
| 2005 | WEWOKA CREEK | 9,921 | 66 km |
| 2022 | FRAZIER | 9,706 | 93 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 9,481 | 94 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 9,165 | 74 km |
| 2005 | PROCTOR | 9,044 | 88 km |
| 2005 | BEAR DEN | 9,004 | 51 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 1.9 in |
Sparks has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 39°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.5") and January the driest (1.2").